Definition of "starches" [starches]

• Plural form of starch. (noun)
• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of starch. (verb)

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• "Bread contains many nitrogenous substances and is very rich in starches, but is lacking in fats; and as the fundamental substances of diet are, as is well known, three in number, namely, proteids, (nitrogenous substances), starches, and fats, bread is not a complete food;"
• "Description: Carbohydrates, also known as starches and sugars, are your body's main energy source."
• "Foods rich in omega-3s include cold-water fish like salmon, mackerel, trout, anchovies, herring, and sardines; nuts and seeds; and flaxseed oil. eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and stay away from high-glycemic foods (such as starches and sugars like white bread, cookies, and candy), which have been shown to contribute to inflammation."