“Over the years, carbs have gotten a bad reputation, while low-carb diets, such as Keto and Atkins, have become increasingly popular for their fast weight loss claims,” says Frances-Largeman-Roth, RDN, author of The Carb Lovers Diet Cookbook. “Carbs, however, are not only delicious, but they also provide some of the most beneficial nutrients that our bodies need to stay healthy, and can even help you stave off weight gain.” In fact, Largeman-Roth says that eating more resistant starch—a carbohydrate that resists digestion—can help you feel more energized, less stressed, and more satiated, as well as steady your blood sugar levels. (And as a type 1 diabetic, I can 100 percent attest to that statement). Here are the seven healthiest carb-filled, resistant starch-rich foods that we should be eating every day, according to Largeman-Roth. RELATED: Oats May Be the Most Underrated Ingredient in Your Pantry—Here’s Why
