Tag: Potato

the Portuguese sailors. It was introduced in India by the Portuguese sailors during early 17th century and it’s cultivation was spread to North India by the British. Potato is one of main commercial crop grown in the country. It is cultivated in 23 states in India. Did the British bring potatoes to India? Despite the […]

1899: After eating cooked potatoes containing 0.24 mg of solanine per gram of potato, 56 German soldiers experienced solanine poisoning. Though all recovered, in a few cases, jaundice and partial paralysis were observed. Was the potato poisonous? Solanine is a glycoalkaloid poison found in species of the nightshade family within the genus Solanum, such as […]

Potatoes are believed to have been banned in France from 1748 to 1772. The French Parliament reportedly forbade potato cultivation as it was considered to be poisonous, and it was also claimed that potatoes caused leprosy. When were potatoes banned in France? 1748They refused to accept the vegetable, referring to it as “hog feed” and […]

In France, between 1748 and 1772, the potato was illegal since the French believed potatoes spread disease, especially leprosy. 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 were used only as animal fodder and sustenance for the starving. […]

“People tend to view potatoes as unhealthy because they have a high glycemic index,” Guyenet says. “In other words, they cause a faster and larger rise in blood glucose [blood sugar] level than most other foods. Because of this, they also provoke a larger release of the hormone insulin,” which regulates blood sugar. Are potatoes […]

Potato is very beneficial in reducing weight. Vitamins, minerals, fiber, and many nutrients are found in potatoes. Potatoes not only reduce belly fat but also help in digestion and remove the risk of diseases like cancer. A potato is also a great option for weight loss because it is fat-free and low in calories. Do […]

Yes. Eat the skin to capture all the russet potatoes nutrition. The potato skin has more nutrients than the interior of the potato. It has lots of fiber, about half of a medium potato’s fiber is from the skin. Why you should not eat potato skins? According to Mondy’s report, the high glycoalkaloid content of […]

Excess calories, regardless of the food source, can lead to weight gain. When eaten in moderation and as part of a balanced diet, it’s unlikely that whole, unprocessed potatoes will lead to weight gain. Summary: Some studies show that eating potatoes and processed potato products may lead to weight gain. Are potatoes good for weight […]

Why were potatoes so important to Ireland? The potato plant was hardy, nutritious, calorie-dense, and easy to grow in Irish soil. By the time of the famine, nearly half of Ireland’s population relied almost exclusively on potatoes for their diet, and the other half ate potatoes frequently. What country became dependent on potatoes? Ireland’s population […]

Before the introduction of the potato, the staple diet was grain based, mainly oats and barley, generally eaten in the form of porridge. Grains were also ground into flour for use in baking bread. What did Europeans eat before tomato and potato? “Before 1492, tomatoes, potatoes, wild rice, salmon, pumpkins, peanuts, bison, chocolate, vanilla, blueberries […]

The Inca Indians in Peru were the first to cultivate potatoes around 8,000 BC to 5,000 B.C. In 1536, Spanish Conquistadors in Peru discovered the flavors of the potato and transported them to Europe. Did potatoes used to be poisonous? Potatoes Used to be Poisonous But their use as a food crop was not at […]

Potatoes Contain Sleep-Supporting Vitamins and Minerals Think of sweet potatoes like a natural (and delicious) sleep supplement. “They have the right balance of nutrients like potassium and vitamin B6 to stimulate the production of the sleep hormones serotonin and melatonin,” says Scharman Draughon. Why do I feel sleepy after eating potatoes? Reports of potato poisoning […]

Potatoes Can Help Improve Your Health They are high in vitamins and minerals like potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, vitamin A and vitamin C. They help with weight loss by being low in calories, high in fiber and their lack of fat. Potatoes contain lots of antioxidants to help fight diseases. What are 3 advantages of […]

Potato growth begins when soil temperature reaches 40°F and, above this threshold, development is proportional to temperature. So it is not surprising that, during a warm growing season like 2010, the season is shorter and development is faster. However, temperatures that are too warm, are detrimental to potatoes. Can it be too hot for potato […]

Yes indeed, potatoes produce seeds. As with most plants, potato plants bloom, but usually the flowers dry and fall from the plant without setting fruit. Can any potato be a seed potato? It’s very easy to make seed potatoes for the gardening season. Choose your favorite potato variety. You can use any potatoes, from traditional […]

Many times, stored potatoes break dormancy when they find their space favorable for sprouting, causing the potatoes in your cupboard to grow sprouting eyes. Potatoes have a rest period, or dormancy, that must be broken before they can grow eyes and be planted in the garden. Can you eat potatoes with lots of eyes? Potatoes […]

spring. The best time when to plant potatoes is in early spring. Planting potatoes two to three weeks before your last frost date will produce the most satisfactory results. What month should I grow potatoes? March to April are the most common planting months for potatoes in temperate regions. Gardeners in particularly cold climates may […]

The term “seed potato” is actually a misnomer and a bit confusing when, in fact, it is actually a tuber and not a seed that is planted. This confusion leads one to ask, “Do potatoes produce seeds?” and, if so, “Why isn’t potato seed used for growing purposes?”. Are potatoes roots or seeds? The potato […]

Potatoes grow and produce best between 60 and 75 degrees during the day and 45 to 55 degrees at night, which doesn’t happen for very long each spring. Potatoes must set and size their tubers before the soil temperature hits 85 degrees at which point tuber initiation stops. Do potatoes grow in the dark? ANSWER: […]

Plant potatoes in a sunny place with at least 6 hours of directly sunlight each day. The tubers need to grow in fertile, loose, well-drained soil; hard or compacted soil leads to misshapen tubers. Ideally, soil is slightly acid (pH 5.8 to 6.5) and the soil temperature is at least 45º to 55ºF (7° to […]