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.
Posted on: Mon, 14 Apr 2014 10:32:45 +0000
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