Overview
Which nutrients and other compounds are in potatoes?
What are the main benefits of potatoes?
What are the main drawbacks of potatoes?
How does preparation method impact the healthfulness of potatoes?
Examine Database: Potatoes
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Does eating more potatoes reduce the risk of death?
Comparing the effects of nonfried potatoes vs. refined grains on cardiometabolic health
When it comes to potatoes, does more frying mean less dying?
Are french fries inherently fattening?
Frequently asked questions
Are potatoes a vegetable?
Are white potatoes less healthy than sweet potatoes?
Do all potatoes have a high glycemic index?
Are potatoes harmful because they’re nightshades?
How should potatoes be stored?
References
Examine Database References
- Blood Pressure - Michael S Stone, Berdine R Martin, Connie M WeaverShort-Term RCT of Increased Dietary Potassium from Potato or Potassium Gluconate: Effect on Blood Pressure, Microcirculation, and Potassium and Sodium Retention in Pre-Hypertensive-to-Hypertensive AdultsNutrients.(2021 May 11)
- Triglycerides - Eunice Mah, Jacqueline A Schulz, Valerie N Kaden, Andrea L Lawless, Jose Rotor, Libertie B Mantilla, DeAnn J LiskaCashew consumption reduces total and LDL cholesterol: a randomized, crossover, controlled-feeding trialAm J Clin Nutr.(2017 May)
- Triglycerides - E A Johnston, K S Petersen, P M Kris-EthertonDaily intake of non-fried potato does not affect markers of glycaemia and is associated with better diet quality compared with refined grains: a randomised, crossover study in healthy adultsBr J Nutr.(2020 May 14)
- Glycemic Control - Daniel L Smith, Rebecca L Hanson, Stephanie L Dickinson, Xiwei Chen, Amy M Goss, John B Cleek, W Timothy Garvey, David B AllisonFrench-fried potatoes consumption and energy balance: a randomized controlled trialAm J Clin Nutr.(2022 Feb 18)
- Weight - Siew Ling Tey, Rachel Brown, Andrew Gray, Alexandra Chisholm, Conor DelahuntyNuts improve diet quality compared to other energy-dense snacks while maintaining body weightJ Nutr Metab.(2011)