After cellulose, starch is the second major reservoir of carbohydrates. It is stored in cereals, tubers, and leaves of plants. It is not only the major constituent of the human diet but also has ...

Food waste is a major global issue, with nearly one-third of food produced going to waste each year. Bread products, in particular, contribute substantially to food waste streams. Food waste is ...

Two new studies found that ancient human ancestors carried a surprising diversity of genes for amylase, an enzyme that breaks down starch. By Carl Zimmer As soon as you put starch in your mouth — ...

New research offers insight into the evolutionary history of amylase genes, which are key to our ability to eat and digest starchy food. A study found that human ancestors started carrying multiple ...