We have long known that our species carries multiple copies of the genes that allow us to begin breaking down complex carbohydrates in our mouths. This first step in metabolizing starchy foods has ...

Certain types of carbohydrates are better for health than others. Eating more complex carbs, including vegetables, beans, and fruit, may improve health outcomes. A diet high in refined (ultra ...

It has long been known that humans carry multiple copies of a gene that allows us to begin breaking down complex carbohydrate starch in the mouth, providing the first step in metabolizing starchy ...

The study team focused on a gene called AMY1, which allows humans to identify and begin breaking down complex carbohydrate starch in the mouth by producing the enzyme amylase. Without amylase ...

For best results, dietitians agreed that simple, low-fiber carbohydrates are best before and during workouts to reduce the likelihood of gastrointestinal distress, while complex carbs (plus a ...