Potatoes are an excellent diet

However, relevant experts have pointed out that potatoes that can be used for both medicine and food are an excellent "third staple" and provide rich nutrients to the human body, not just foods rich in carbohydrates.

Professor Rao Pingfan, vice president of China Food Science and Technology Society and dean of the School of Biological Science and Engineering of Fuzhou University, believes that most people believe that the main component of potatoes is carbohydrates, and carbohydrates are fattening substances. Therefore, eating more will lead to weight gain. However, scientific research has proved that compared with other staple foods, potatoes are not high in carbohydrate content, such as only 20 per 100 grams of boiled potatoes. 1 gram of carbohydrates, while boiled rice flour and boiled white rice contain 24 respectively. 9 grams, 28. 6 grams. At the same time, because potatoes are rich in dietary fiber, can widen the intestines and relax the bowels, and feel full after eating. Generally, they are not eaten much but can allow carbohydrates to play a good role in providing energy. In addition, they contain almost no fat (a 148-gram potato has a fat content of 0 grams). Therefore, potatoes will not be eaten too much and cause excess energy like other staple foods, which is conducive to weight control. In addition, potatoes also have the characteristics of vegetables. Since they grow underground, they naturally contain minerals necessary for human survival, such as potassium, phosphorus, calcium, zinc, folic acid and magnesium. The potassium content is higher than that of broccoli, spinach, and bananas.; Potatoes are rich in vitamin C and