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I don’t normally blog other people’s articles. But when I read this one this morning I wanted to scream “Hallelujah!” at the top of my lungs. So I just had to share!
“Carbs”, I repeat “Carbs,” is not a bad word!! Some carbs are good and should not be eliminated from our diets because they’re full of essential nutrients. Unfortunately, we’ve been trained to think that in order to lose weight, be healthy, etc. that we need to stop eating all of them. Well I, a.k.a. “spud girl”, have some good news for you!
The one carb that you should be eating right now, according to science is potatoes! Yes…even the white ones. Potatoes are high in fiber, potassium and all kinds of nutrients. Don’t believe me? Read this. Then when you come back to your senses rejoice and enjoy your potatoes the healthy way.
Try swapping salsa verde or a Dijon Vinaigrette for mayo in your potato salad. Bonus points for adding blanched green beans. Enjoy the crispy texture of french fries without the calories and fat by smash roasting your potatoes instead of frying. Get an extra dose of fiber and nutrients with Colcannon, an Irish dish combining mashed potatoes with spinach or cabbage. Replace butter with olive oil for a heart healthy alternative.
Get all of the flavor and benefits without the guilt. You’re welcome!