🔥 How Potatoes Benefit the Body

1. Instant Energy (Carbs)

Potatoes are fast fuel.
Your body breaks down the starch into glucose → your muscles + brain use it immediately.

Perfect for:

• Workouts

• Busy days

• Long shifts

• That “mom is running on fumes” moment

2. Supports Muscle Function (Potassium)

Potassium helps:

• Reduce cramps

• Balance fluids

• Lower blood pressure

• Support muscle contractions

This is why athletes love potatoes.

3. Helps Digestion (Fiber)

Fiber:

• Slows digestion

• Keeps you fuller

• Helps bowel movements

• Stabilizes blood sugar when paired with protein

Keeping the skin boosts this benefit.

4. Supports Immunity & Skin (Vitamin C)

Potatoes actually help your skin:

• Vitamin C supports collagen

• Helps skin repair

• Supports immune defense

They’re not just “carbs” — they’re nutrients.

5. Eye + Brain + Hormone Support (B6)

Vitamin B6 helps with:

• Brain function

• Hormone production

• Mood support

• Stress regulation

A sneaky little benefit nobody talks about.

6. Resistant Starch (if cooled)

When a potato cools down (like in potato salad), the starch changes into resistant starch, which:

• Acts like fiber

• Feeds healthy gut bacteria

• Lowers blood sugar impact

• Helps fullness

Cooled potatoes = better for blood sugar and weight control.