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Health Benefits Of Potatoes

Potatoes are starchy, nutrient-dense underground tubers is the fourth most consumed crop in the world. It contains 80% water. Potatoes also contain a compound known as alpha-lipoic acid, which helps the body to convert glucose into energy. This belongs to the nightshade family.

Potatoes are rich source of powerful nutrients and antioxidants, which helps to fight the free radicals. Potatoes are low-carb food, it is recommended for the people who can’t digest hard food. Potatoes are recommended to those who want to lose weight, since it is low GI foods. Potatoes are rich source of vitamins like Vitamin B-complex and Vitamin C and minerals like potassium, magnesium, phosphorus and zinc.

These vitamins and minerals help to improve the texture of the skin. Potatoes are the rich source of iron, phosphorous, calcium, magnesium, and zinc, which contributes to the building and maintenance of bone structure and strength. Alpha-lipoic acid is a compound which is contained in potatoes, helps to convert glucose into energy. Alpha-lipoic acid helps to control blood glucose levels.

It improve vasodilation (widening of blood vessels), a process where dilatation of blood vessels takes place, which decreases blood pressure. Diabetic retinopathy or diabetic eye disease causes damage to the retina due to diabetes. It helps preserve brain and nerve tissue. Chemical compound Quercetin which is found in potato skin protects the body’s cells from free radical damage.

Health Benefits

  • Helps in maintaining bone structure and health
  • Maintains a healthy blood pressure
  • Lowers the cholesterol level in the body
  • Decreases the heart related problem
  • Reduces chronic inflammation
  • Prevents the growth of cancer cells
  • Prevents constipation

Nutrition Facts

  • Excellent source of vitamin
  • Good source of potassium (more than a banana!)
  • A good source of vitamin B6
  • Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free
  • Only 110 calories per serving

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