How to use potato starch for weight loss?

My clinical nutritionist explained that unmodified potato starch acts as a prebiotic because of its resistant starch content. She advised me to start with just half a teaspoon in cold water daily to avoid severe flatulence. However, she clearly stated that it is only a minor supplement and cannot replace a calorie-deficit diet for actual weight loss.

If you want to try potato starch, make sure you never heat it, because cooking destroys the resistant starch that helps with satiety. Just stir a small spoonful into cold water or a smoothie. But honestly, as a medical professional, I always tell people that a balanced meal plan works much safer and better.

I tried using potato starch in my water for a few weeks but it just made me very gassy without any real weight loss. It is better to just eat whole vegetables instead.

In our family, we usually prefer eating simple cooked foods rather than using raw starch powders for weight control. My doctor also advised that raw starches can heavily disturb your gut flora if taken incorrectly. It is much safer to get your diet plan approved by a general physician first.