23 March 2016
About PotatoPotato is the underground tuber of the plant Solanum tuberosum. It is a widely and probably the most universally used vegetable. Some people therefore term the potato as "King of vegetables".
Potato is native to South America. From there it spread to Europe and then to India. It grows in all types of soils. It is available in various colors like red, white, yellow/golden, purple/blue. The white fleshed potato is however the most commonly available and eaten. Uses Of PotatoPotatoes are used to make chips, fries, pakora and other snacks.
Even when people are fasting potato can be consumed as it is considered a fruit and fruits are allowed to be consumed while on a fast. It is a complete food and many people have subsisted on potatoies alone. In fact, Dr. Ann Wigmore, regained health on potatoes when she was very ill. This has been written by her in her book "Be your own Doctor". Potato gets digested very fast, in half the time it takes to digest Wheat. Nutrients In PotatoPotatoes contain calcium, phosphorus, protein, potassium, sulphur, copper,and iron in good amounts. It contains a little Vitamin A and is high in Vitamin C.
Health Benefits Of Potato
Potato is cooling, sweet, hot and dry.
It is exceedingly beneficial to all those who do hard physical labor or have become weak due to excess of physical work, for alcoholics and people having good digestive power. Removing potato skin removes some vitamins that are just beneath it. Also it is better to use the water that has been used to boil potatoes as it contains some vitamins and minerals. It can be used to make pulses or cook vegetables.
Some Precautions With Potato UseDo not consume green, soft or off smelling potatoes.
If you suffer from gas, diabetes or digestive problems do not eat potatoes. Below are some useful videos about potatoes.
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