Web Stories – 8 Surprising Health Benefits of Potatoes

Potato is a versatile vegetable and is an essential addition to various dishes. In addition, it is an integral part of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian diets. People put potatoes in salads, snack fillings, finger foods etc. However, there are misconceptions around potatoes, questioning if it is a nutritional food source. Potatoes are a rich source of fibre that can help control cholesterol and blood sugar levels. The fibre found in potatoes is called “resistant starch”, which contains both soluble and insoluble fibres, beneficial for a healthy gut. 

It is a vegetable that acts as an all-rounder with some fantastic health benefits. We automatically think about french fries and other fast-food items when we think of potatoes. However, they can also be mashed, boiled, baked and cooked. Cooking methods of potatoes can highly affect their nutritional value.