Resistant starches arestarchesthat escape digestion and absorption in the small intestine. Resistant starches are classified asdietary fiber.

淀粉可能resist digestion because of:

• The individual's efficiency in digesting starches
• The food's physical properties.

Figure 1.Legumes and pulses. Source: CSIRO

Resistant starches can be found in whole legumes, raw potatoes, and unripe bananas.