In a conversation with nutritionist Tatyana Meshcheryakova, she said: Life.ruContrary to popular belief, people do not gain weight because of potatoes. It is dangerous to eat potatoes as a carbohydrate product only if you have diabetes, in other cases it can be an excellent addition to the diet.
According to the expert, 100 grams of properly cooked potatoes contain approximately 80 kcal. The doctor recommends eating boiled or baked potatoes two to three times a week. One serving should not exceed 200 grams.
As for potato starch, which is often demonized, it actually does not harm the body. Meshcheryakova noted that, on the contrary, it is a substrate for the intestinal microflora. Starch helps the production of vitamins, protects against intestinal infections, and the body better absorbs minerals and activates enzymes in the intestines.
To cook potatoes correctly, the nutritionist recommended not cooking them at high temperatures. Otherwise, the toxic component acrylamide, which disrupts the functioning of the liver and kidneys and is carcinogenic, will be released from potatoes.
The doctor also advised against preparing traditional mashed potatoes with milk. It is better to cook it in water with butter. This is because milk is difficult to combine with other products and can lead to increased gas formation, intestinal upset and stool problems.
Previously nutritionist Olga Sazonova It has been recommended To lose weight, use the “Hand Rule” instead of counting calories.