What are starchy vegetables, and how do they differ from non-starchy ones?

Fruits and vegetables Why are fruit and vegetables important in a healthy diet? What are starchy vegetables, and how do they differ from non-starchy ones?

Starchy vegetables had a higher content of starch (a type of carbohydrate) than non-starchy vegetables. This leads to starchy vegetables having a higher glycemic load than non-starchy vegetables.

Remember that the American Diabetes Association recommends letting starchy foods make up a quarter of your plate at main meals.

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