Benefits of eating potatoes: Whenever there is talk of weight loss or healthy diet, first people remove potatoes from their plate, but are potatoes really enemies of our health? Recently, a study by the American College of Nutrition has broken the myth, claiming that eating potatoes neither increases weight nor has any bad effect on blood pressure.
Potato is full of nutrition
In this study, researchers found that if potato is eaten properly, it not only gives energy, but also provides the necessary nutrients to the body. Vitamin C, potassium, fiber and antioxidants found in potatoes help control blood pressure and improve digestive power.
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How to help potatoes in weight loss?
Often people think that potato increases the weight gain. But the truth is that the potato increases weight only when it is cooked and eaten in a fried or more oil-spices. Boiled or baked potatoes keep the stomach full for a long time, which reduces the habit of eating again and again.
Fiber -rich potato controls hunger
- Low-calorie potatoes can work as a healthy snack
- Weight loss diet can include boiled potatoes
Potato roll in controlling blood pressure
A potato rich in potassium helps in removing excess sodium from the body. This process naturally balances blood pressure.
Smart ways to eat potato
- Eat baked or boiled potatoes instead of fried potato
- Cook the potatoes with peels, so that the fiber remains intact
- Eat potatoes mixed with vegetables and pulses
- Keep distance from french fries and chips
Potato is an important part of the Indian kitchen and now science has also proved that eating potatoes in the right way does not need to increase weight or worry about blood pressure. Just keep in mind that instead of eating fried and roasted, cook and eat it in a healthy way.
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Disclaimer: This information is based on the opinion of research studies and experts. Do not consider it an alternative to medical advice. Before adopting any new activity or exercise, consult your doctor or concerned specialist.
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