Beloved,
I wish above all things that thou mayest...be in health,
3 John 1:2
"The nutritional content of potatoes can vary depending on the variety
and how they are prepared. For example, frying potatoes adds more
calories and fat than baking them.It’s also important to note the
skin of the potatoes contains a great amount of the vitamins and
minerals. Peeling potatoes can significantly reduce their nutritional
content.
Potatoes are rich in compounds like flavonoids, carotenoids and phenolic acids.
These compounds act as antioxidants
in the body by neutralizing potentially harmful molecules known as free
radicals. When free radicals accumulate, they can increase the risk of
chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes and cancer.Potatoes contain resistant starch, which may help reduce insulin resistance. In turn, this can help improve blood sugar control. Resistant starch in potatoes is a source of nutrition for beneficial gut
bacteria. They convert it to the short-chain fatty acid butyrate, which
has been linked to reduced inflammation in the colon, improved colon
defenses and a lower risk of colorectal cancer."
Healthline