Tag: Potato

Potato chips are best known for two things: salt and fat. Studies have shown that eating salt triggers the release of dopamine, a chemical messenger that controls your brain’s pleasure center. Once your brain gets that first reward hit, it starts craving more. Why are we addicted to potato chips? The answer lies in the […]

5 Things to Eat When You’re Craving Potato Chips Seaweed Snacks. “One thing we like to recommend are seaweed snacks,” Shames says. Cucumber, Hummus & Olive “Sandwiches” This might sound weird (or maybe like something a pregnant woman would crave), but Lakatos promises: It’s so good. DIY Veggie Chips. Chickpeas. Chips. What are you lacking […]

Antoine-Augustin Parmentier Antoine-Augustin Parmentier Died 17 December 1813 (aged 76) Paris, First French Empire Resting place Père Lachaise Cemetery, Paris Citizenship France Known for Popularising potatoes in France When did they start eating potatoes in Europe? sixteenth centuryOriginating from the highlands of the Andes, South America, potatoes were introduced to Europe in the sixteenth century. […]

Although potatoes have lost some of its stronghold in Norwegian cuisine as Norwegians’ taste buds are becoming more international, it is still a huge part of our diet. Are potatoes popular in Norway? Alcohol and famine contributed to the potato’s popularity. For 250 years this root vegetable has saved Norwegians from hunger and scurvy. Not […]

Before the potato was brought to Europe, Europeans ate several other vegetables, like turnips, beetroots, rutabagas, parsnips, etc. (we still do eat them). Here in Portugal, chestnuts were also highly used (for example roasted with pork or other meat). What did the Europeans eat before potatoes? Grains, either as bread or porridge, were the other […]

In France, between 1748 and 1772, the potato was illegal since the French believed potatoes spread disease, especially leprosy. People preferred to grow potatoes for flowers and for animal food. Why were Europeans scared of potatoes? Throughout Europe, potatoes were regarded with suspicion, distaste and fear. Generally considered to be unfit for human consumption, they […]

Cereals, potatoes, bread and milk did not feature at all. It was only with the dawn of agriculture (around 10,000 years ago) that our diets evolved to include what we think of as staple foods now. When did humans begin eating potatoes? The Inca Indians in Peru were the first to cultivate potatoes around 8,000 […]

Yes, baked potatoes are healthy. There’s nothing inherently wrong with including potatoes in an otherwise healthy, balanced diet. The only pitfall here is preparation. A plain baked potato is a rich source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals that provide protein, and is low in fat and sodium. Is a baked potato good for weight loss? […]

On the potato diet, you eat only plain potatoes for three to five days. It’s claimed to aid weight loss, restore gut health, and boost immunity. Though it may help you lose weight, it hasn’t been studied, is extremely restrictive, lacks certain nutrients, and may lead to unhealthy eating behaviors. Why does the potato diet […]

Regardless of how you choose to prepare a potato one thing is undeniable…they are addictive for a reason: Endless VERSATILITY. Why do I love potatoes so much? They are easily accessible, affordable, delicious, easy to prepare, versatile, filling and according to some – good for you. Though they make a debut in just about every […]

Fresh Potatoes which have sprouted are poisonous. Raw potatoes can give you worms. Is it OK to eat raw potato? It’s not the best idea to eat raw potatoes While potatoes can be eaten raw, per LIVESTRONG, one should do so in moderation due to certain risks. According to the outlet, raw potatoes contain lectins, […]

Raw potatoes should be firm to the touch with tight skin that’s free of large bruises, black spots, or other blemishes. If a potato has become soft or mushy, you should throw it out. Though it’s normal for potatoes to smell earthy or nutty, a musty or moldy odor is a hallmark of spoilage. Is […]

Compare 100 calories of baked potato to 100 calories of oatmeal, and you find a bit less protein (3 grams vs. 4), a bit more starch (18 grams vs. 16) and a similar mineral profile (potatoes have more potassium, but oats have more selenium). But potatoes beat out oats in just about every vitamin, as […]

Based on this estimate, one baked, medium-sized russet potato containing 33g of digestible carbs may increase your blood sugar by as much as 99 mg/dl. Does raw potato raise blood sugar? Summary Potatoes contain resistant starch, which may help reduce insulin resistance. In turn, this can help improve blood sugar control. Do potatoes spike insulin? […]

5 foods that can cause anxiety and insomnia. From the usual suspect caffeine, sugar to cheese, potatoes and tomatoes, here’s a list of foods that may be making you anxious due to their excessive consumption. Anxiety is one of the leading causes of insomnia. Do potatoes help anxiety? Sweet potatoes are rich in the antioxidant […]

Potatoes are an easy to digest starchy food at the best of times but mashing them into a puree helps breaks down the fibres, making them even more of a doddle to digest. Are potatoes slow to digest? [1] However, potatoes don’t count as a vegetable on Harvard’s Healthy Eating Plate because they are high […]

Skin of Potato Nutrition The nutritional content of each potato skin, according to the USDA, is: Vitamin C: 8 grams, or 9 percent DV. Calcium: 20 milligrams, or 2 percent DV. Potassium: 332 milligrams, or 7 percent DV. Are potatoes skins good for you? Yes. Eat the skin to capture all the russet potatoes nutrition. […]

“Salting the water not only seasons the potato, but it also allows it to boil to a hotter temperature. This in turn cooks the potatoes’ starch more thoroughly, resulting in a more creamy texture [for mashed potatoes],” says Sieger Bayer, Chef and Partner at The Heritage. How much salt do you add to water when […]

60 minutes. Starchy vegetables such as corn, parsnips, winter squash, pumpkin, squash, yams, butternut, peas, sweet potatoes, potatoes and chestnuts digest in 60 minutes. How long does it take potato to digest? 50-60 minutesRoot vegetables like beetroot, sweet potatoes and carrot digest in 50-60 minutes. Starchy vegetables such as corn, parsnips, pumpkin, squash, yams, butternut, […]

They can be enjoyed in moderation and not cause weight gain, says Dr Siddhant Bhargava. For as long as we can remember, potatoes have got a bad rap for being unhealthy and causing weight gain. But are they really the culprits? Dr Siddhant Bhargava has shared a video on his Instagram profile that busts this […]