This food is better than sweet potatoes at lowering blood pressure and detoxifying.

Sweet potatoes have the effects of "nourishing deficiency, replenishing vital energy, strengthening the spleen and stomach, and reinforcing kidney yin". As a derivative of sweet potatoes, purple potatoes not only have the nutritional components and health benefits of sweet potatoes but are also rich in selenium, iron, and anthocyanins.

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The Nutritional Value of Purple Potatoes

1. Anti-fatigue, blood replenishing, and detoxification

Purple potatoes are rich in protein, 18 types of amino acids that are easily digested and absorbed by the human body, 8 vitamins such as vitamins A, B, and C, and more than 10 natural mineral elements such as phosphorus and iron. It is an essential food for the human body to resist fatigue and replenish blood.

Like sweet potatoes, purple potatoes are also rich in fiber, which can promote detoxification, improve the digestive tract environment, and prevent gastrointestinal diseases.

2. Eating purple potatoes lowers blood pressure without causing weight gain

A new study by the American Chemical Society (ACS) found that eating purple potatoes daily can lower blood pressure without causing weight gain.

If not fried or with butter, a purple potato has only 110 calories and also contains many beneficial nutrients. The best way to eat purple potatoes is to bake them with the skin on or boil them.

3. Preventing thyroid diseases

Purple potatoes are rich in iodine, a nutrient that is crucial for the normal functioning of the thyroid gland. Thyroid problems can lead to issues with a person's mood, energy supply, and more.

Things to note when eating purple potatoes

Although purple potatoes are highly nutritious, there are some things to pay attention to when eating them:

1. Purple potatoes contain a relatively high amount of carbohydrates, so it's best not to eat more than 200 grams at a time.

2. Do not eat purple potatoes on an empty stomach, as it can easily cause heartburn. It is recommended to eat them with foods rich in fat and protein, such as eggs, or with other vegetables.

3. Sprouted purple potatoes contain toxins. When purple potatoes sprout, starch and sugar break down into nutrients needed for germination. During this process, the potato releases some toxins, causing it to be prone to mold and spoilage (due to the increased water content from starch decomposition, it spoils easily).