
Starch
TopicHeard in 1 episode across 1 show since Sep 2026
Starch is a complex carbohydrate consisting of numerous glucose units joined by glycosidic bonds, produced by most green plants for energy storage. It is the most common carbohydrate in human diets, found in large amounts in staple foods such as wheat, potatoes, maize, rice, and cassava. In addition to its nutritional value, starch is widely used in industry as a thickening agent, adhesive, and in the production of paper and bioplastics.
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Eating starches lowers nighttime cortisol and supports falling and staying asleep.
“Starches lower cortisol and you want your cortisol low at night. Helps you fall and stay asleep.”
Open the episode · Andrew Huberman: The Real Reason You Can't Get Deep Sleep & Wake Up ExhaustedListen at 42:20
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