Some people are
afraid of potatoes. What’s the good reason why? Potatoes are everywhere. Even
fries are made up of potatoes, and we love them! Restaurants pair it with fish
to complete a whole fish and chips meal- and we love it!
Some people don’t
like eating in Fish and Chips restaurants because they think it’s already
double jeopardy: potatoes... and they’re deep fried. But what if it’s deep
fried? If the oil used is trans fat free, then that’s fine.
General Tips
for Preparing Potatoes
Potatoes are not
supposed to be peeled. The peel has a lot of goodness in it. Of course, to get
them cleaned, just rub them under running water until they’re dirt-free.
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The Goodness of Potatoes
You may have your
own recipe in preparing potatoes: baked, fried, grilled, mash, etx. And you may
have stopped doing those because you’ve heard that potatoes can be bad if
you’re in diet. They’re not. If, however, you eat a lot of potatoes, then
that’s a different thing.
What You Get
Vitamin C does
all these:
- Helps in collagen production
- Aids iron absorption
- Helps heal wounds
- Makes your gums healthier
- Stabilizes free radicals
- Prevents cellular damage
Fibre
- Contributes to a healthy weight loss
- Helps you feel that you’re full for a longer period of time
- May contribute to a lower blood cholesterol
Iron
- Helps in carrying oxygen to all the parts of the body
- Assists in overall cell function in the body
Vitamin B6
- It helps the body create nonessential amino acids, which plays an important role in protein and carbohydrates metabolism.
- Needed for the synthesis of hemoglobin.
Potassium
- Helps in muscle contraction
- Helps transmit signals or nerve impulses
- One big factor that contributes to a normal blood pressure.
Do you see now why
potatoes are oh-so-good? Don’t be afraid. Just as long as you don’t eat
potatoes 3 times a day, every day, you’ll be fine. Just remember our lesson of
moderation and variety.
How you prepare
the potatoes matters a lot. If you pair it with mayo, you might regret it. Mayo
can still be good. Just read its label. Go for mayos with less fat. A skimmed
milk or any low-fat spread can be good enough. And if you’re frying, olive oil
is your dearest friend!
So, what are you
waiting for? Bon appétit!
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