We eat potatoes every day but we don't know how potatoes benefit our body.

We eat potatoes every day but we don't know how potatoes benefit our body:

Potato is a very common and necessary vegetable in the daily food list. Although potato is not a complete vegetable, It is actually an edible tuber, a crop that grows like a root in the soil. Potatoes are quite tasty as food. They cook various curries with potatoes. On the one hand, potatoes are as cheap as they are highly nutritious. Potatoes are rich in fiber, minerals, and vitamins that help keep people healthy and prevent various diseases. Nowadays, although many people have reduced their intake of potatoes to eat a low-carbohydrate diet, it has been scientifically proven that there are many benefits to eating potatoes. So, eating a small amount of potatoes regularly will give you a variety of benefits. Today we will discuss about potato and its various benefits. Let's find out what happens when you eat potatoes, that is, the benefits of eating potatoes.

At least 200 varieties of potatoes are cultivated all over the world. But in it, the types of potatoes that people eat more are discussed.

1. Russell Potato- This is the most common and common type of potato. Russell potatoes are found in most people's kitchens. It is white in color and has a brown shell on the outside. Its size is small, medium and large. This type of potato can be eaten as curry or fried.

2. Red potato- Red potato means red potato. These have a sweet taste that melts like wax when lightly boiled. This type of potato is usually used in salads or any sweet food such as pies, pies, etc.

3. White potato- This type of potato has both white skin and inner part. The specialty of this potato is that it has low sugar content. These potatoes you can eat boiled or salad. It can also be eaten as a curry or fried.

4.Yellow Potato- Yellow potato can be very small or medium or large in size. It is usually moist and buttery. These potatoes are usually suitable for roasting or grilling.

5. Purple Potato- This type of potato has both purple peel and inner part. This type of potato can be eaten roasted or grilled.

6. Fingerling Potato - The word fingerling comes from finger because the size of this type of potato is very narrow and long like a human finger. The color of these potatoes can be white, yellow, red or purple. Fingerling can be eaten as potato chips or any kind of fried.

7. Small Potato- The name implies that this type of potato is very small in size. This type of potato is usually suitable for making potato dumplings or any kind of curry. All the types of potatoes mentioned above can be small in size.

Benefits of potatoes:

Blood pressure control: Potatoes help a lot in keeping blood pressure (blood pressure) right. Because potatoes contain a type of chemical called cocoa-minus. However, keep in mind that eating extra potatoes increases blood sugar and can lead to weight gain.

Helps in digestion: Potato is very good for digestion. Because potatoes have high fiber.

Beneficial for the skin: Applying potato, beet or potato juice on the skin can get rid of various spots, rashes and other skin problems. Potatoes contain Vitamin C, B Complex, Potassium, Magnesium, Zinc, Phosphorus etc. which are essential for the skin. Potato juice also helps to get rid of sunburn.

Immunity: Potatoes are rich in Vitamin C which helps in increasing immunity. The skin of a medium-sized (150 g) potato contains about 26 mg of vitamin C. Potatoes also contain potassium, magnesium, vitamin B, and iron.

Reduces stress: Potatoes are rich in vitamin B-6, which helps build a neurotransmitter called serotonin and dopamine, two effective ingredients to keep the mind healthy. Neurotransmitters exchange sensations in the brain and help to reduce stress and make the mind better.

Keeps the brain active: Potatoes contain glucose, oxygen, vitamin B complex, amino acids, omega-3 and other fatty acids. Which helps to provide the elements needed to keep the brain active and functioning.

Disadvantages of potatoes: 

Potatoes - both white and sweet potatoes - can help you lose weight because it contains a lot of nutrients. Potatoes are rich in vitamin C, which is essential for increasing immunity. Moreover, potatoes are a great source of healthy carbohydrates, protein and fiber. According to the Department of Agriculture in the United Kingdom, 100 grams of white potato contains 8 calories, 2 grams of protein and 2 grams of fiber. Potatoes are rich in potassium, which is essential for building muscle and controlling blood pressure. It contains very little fat and fills the stomach. However, green spotted potatoes are harmful to the body. This type of potato is harvested ahead of time for economic reasons. It contains a toxic substance called solacing which is not removed even after cooking and burning. Experts say it is not always safe to discard the green part of the potato. It is better not to use such potatoes. In addition, potato leaves and stems contain glycol alkaloids. If potatoes are left at home for a long time, it becomes ganja. This cannabis contains glycol alkaloids which increase in contact with light. Therefore, potatoes should always be kept in a cool and dark place. Eating green and grated potatoes can lead to diarrhea, headaches, and even coma. The result can be up to death.