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Starchy

usgb/ˈstɑːrtʃi/Volume
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Diet Vocabulary

Understand 'starchy' to discuss diets and nutrition, especially carbs.

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Less starchy foods may benefit weight loss.
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Food Texture

'Starchy' can imply the food feels thick or heavy in your mouth.

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I prefer less starchy potatoes in my salad.
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Culinary Context

'Starchy' is often used in cooking to describe an ingredient's role in a dish.

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Add a starchy component like rice to balance the meal.
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