What? Potato!

In the previous article, we discussed the tomato, which belongs to the nightshade family. This family is named after a chemical called solanine. As mentioned in the previous article, solanine is a toxic substance that can cause digestive sensitivities, joint problems, and more in susceptible individuals. Potatoes also belong to this family and contain solanine, primarily in the stems, leaves, and flowers. The skin and edible parts contain it as well, but in smaller quantities. Therefore, when buying potatoes, it's essential to ensure they are not green-spotted, as this indicates high levels of toxic substances, rendering them inedible. Another disadvantage of potatoes is their high glycemic index. This means that potatoes quickly convert to sugar in the bloodstream, classifying them as a food whose consumption should be limited for diabetics or those prone to diabetes. Alternatively, they should be eaten with vegetables to slightly lower the glycemic index level. Despite these drawbacks, potatoes have many benefits: potatoes are nutritious and provide a feeling of fullness. They contain vitamin <\/span>C<\/span> in quantities comparable to citrus fruits, as well as vitamins from the <\/span>B<\/span> group. They contain various amino acids, such as methionine, lysine, and tryptophan, and minerals such as iodine, calcium, magnesium, sodium, iron, and especially potassium. However, these nutrients are mainly found near the skin, so it's advisable to cook, steam, or bake them with the skin on and eat them with the skin as much as possible. <\/span>The recommended way to eat potatoes is by baking, which improves digestion. A recommended recipe for eating potatoes is: bake a whole potato in the oven on parchment paper (without adding oil, of course). After baking, you can cut it into cubes, drizzle olive oil, and add a bit of avocado with chopped onion. A known folk remedy is drinking fresh potato juice for stomach ulcers and constipation. It is also effective in treating skin inflammations and burns - mash it, use the juice, and apply it directly to the affected area.<\/p>

Eliyahu Shechter is an iridologist and natural therapist<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>