YAISHWARYAJ: THE MISUNDERSTOOD POTATO ....

The Misunderstood Potato

All the people who don't like eating vegetables have

one thing in common- their love for anything potatoes.

Potato is one such vegetable that tastes yummy in

every form - mashed, baked, boiled, sweet, fried,

you name it. Unfortunately, it has been given a

bad reputation due to the misconception that it

makes you fat, increases blood sugar, and causes

heart problems and other health issues.

Like they say, 'Blame the player, not the game'

same way, 'Blame the method, not the potato!'

Very few realize that it's the form in which we

eat potatoes that matters more. Most of us

choose fried and salty variety like French fries,

cutlets, chips etc. but if eaten in baked/ roasted

form it can prove to be really healthy.

Energy: Potatoes are starchy carbs which provide

energy instantly. It's a great snack when feeling

weak, famished or tired. Since it is digested easily

it is a boon for patients, babies and aged

individuals who cannot eat hard food.

Digestion: Potatoes have good amount of

soluble fiber and with the skin it also provides

insoluble finer which prevents constipation,

reduces cholesterol and helps you feel fuller longer.

Blood pressure: They are also a good source of

potassium which helps control blood pressure and

reduce water retention as well.

Gum problems: There is a very high amount of

vitamin C in potatoes which can prevent gum

bleeding. Vitamin C is also necessary for

collagen formation which helps heal the skin,

wounds and bone cartilages.

Cell building: The vitamin B6 content of potatoes

is required for formation of new cells in the body

and also for normal brain functioning.

Heart diseases: Potato skin contains lot of

phytochemicals which which help protect against

cardiovascular-disease by lowering levels of

bad LDL-Cholesterol and keeping arteries fat-free.

Eat them the right way and you will never disregard them.

Did you Know? A bite of Potato is eaten before

a meal. This helps the tongue become clear of

any taste in your mouth and let's you fully

enjoy the taste of food you are going to eat!