Eating one medium-size potato a day can be part of a healthy diet and doesn't increase cardiometabolic risk — the chances of having diabetes, heart disease or stroke — as long as the potato is steamed or baked, and prepared without adding too much salt or saturated fat, a study by nutritionists at The Pennsylvania . 24 февр. 2020 г.
Why you shouldn't eat potatoes everyday?
Their hefty carb content means that potatoes are considered a high-glycemic food. The glycemic index (GI) measures how quickly the carbs in a food are converted to glucose, and thus how quickly a food can cause an increase in blood glucose levels.
What happens if you eat potatoes too often?
According to Mayo Clinic, eating lots of potatoes can lead to increased cravings for carbohydrates, which can trigger a problematic cycle that leads to more overeating. Here's how it works: After you eat them, your blood sugar spikes quickly, often causing your body to release more insulin than it needs.
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