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The problem with starch is that it's empty energy for a human. Zero micronutrients, only carbs. Humans need micronutrients, fats and some protein to live. Ca
by oifjsidjf 4y ago
The problem with starch is that it's empty energy for a human.
Zero micronutrients, only carbs.
Humans need micronutrients, fats and some protein to live.
Carbs are optional.
Since starch is pure carbs this means that a diet high in artificial starch will just fatten you up while making you nutrient deficient.
It's only use if for extreme hunger prevention.
But humans raised on that kind of a diet will be deficient.
- onlyrealcuzzo 4y agoYou can almost get all the micro nutrients you need for the day from a tablespoon of dried watercress. If micronutrients are ever a problem, we are really screwed on macronutrients.
- hgomersall 4y agoThis sort of thinking has led to people consuming Huel as their sole food source. To be clear, we're a long way from understanding all the interactions of various foodstuffs and their nutrients on our health and wellbeing. That's even before we consider the mental health benefits that a varied diet brings.