Potatoes (Baking)

Health Benefits of Potato

• Potatoes are rich source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, copper, manganese, and dietary fiber.
• Sweet potatoes are reasonably low in calories and comprise no fat. They are rich source of beta-carotene, potassium, and vitamin A.
• Potato is the most efficient food for energy production. The energy produced through potato gets stored as glycogen in muscle and liver; it functions as a readily available energy during prolonged, strenuous exercise. That’s why; it is an important part of players’ diet.
• Potatoes are low in sodium, nearly fat free and easy to digest. They make active part of any diet.
• Potatoes are beneficial in curing stomach ulcers and inflamed conditions of the colon.
• Potatoes are also beneficial in hemorrhoid due to their high fiber content.
• Potatoes might help prevent cancer in glands and organs with epithelial tissue because of their high Vitamin A content.
• Potatoes make nice food for diabetics because they help to control blood sugar levels.
• Potatoes help to improve resistance to heart attack and stroke. The potassium content, available in potatoes, helps in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in the body cells.
• Potatoes also help in normal functioning of heart and keeping a check on blood pressure.