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Most times, they are associated with fried foods or harmful and fattening plates.

Besides their not-so-pleasant reputation, the potato is one of the most consumed vegetable in the world.

According to recent studies, the potato has proved to be quite healthy, rich in vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, fiber, and antioxidants.

Potatoes protect the heart by controlling your blood pressure. Full of fibers, potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, calcium and magnesium, potatoes are able to lower your cholesterol levels, protect your blood vessels and prevent clotting.

These vegetables take care of your digestive system and could help you lose weight.

If you combine them properly, potatoes reduce indigestion symptoms and relieve bloating and flatulence.

They are really low in fat and cholesterol and at the same time, very nutritious.

Due to the high content of vitamin C and folic acid, potatoes help your body to fight with toxins and prevents tumor growth.

Older people should consider on consuming potatoes daily because they have some miraculous effects on the aging skin. They improve your cognitive functions and stimulates brain activity.

Last but not least, they have anti-inflammatory effects. Used raw, they could become a remedy for aches, sprains or inflammation.

The most general mistake consumers tend to make is to combine potatoes with meat. It doesn’t matter the cooking method, this combination is very dangerous for your digestive system. Therefore, try to mix potatoes with other vegetables. You can always go for a potato stew or you can add boiled potatoes in a cold salad, with cucumbers, peppers, olives and lettuce.