Why are starchy foods good for us?
Starchy foods like breads, rice, potatoes, pasta and cereals give us the energy we need to keep going each day. They are rich in vitamins and minerals, and the wholegrain varieties contain plenty of fibre. So they’re great for keeping your gut healthy, and can keep you feeling fuller for longer between meals. Starchy foods are low in fat too, so they can help you stay in shape. We tend to add fat to starchy foods by putting butter on bread, or cheese on pasta – go easy on these extras to keep your starchy foods low-fat!
