Purple potatoes are the cure for all diseases! Contains plenty of anti-oxidants and vitamins

 

The News Cover: The name purple potato may not be so common in India. But there is a huge demand for this potato in different countries of South America. However, this is not to say that this potato is not cultivated at all in India. At present this potato is being cultivated in different states of North India. Besides, it is also being imported from abroad. However, the question may be what is the quality of this potato that it is so valued? Basically purple potatoes contain a variety of nutrients that are much higher than ordinary potatoes. One study claims that this potato also helps in curing cancer.

Purple potatoes contain nutrients such as calories, protein, carbohydrates, fiber, iron, potassium, vitamin B6 and vitamin C. In addition, many people call this potato anti-oxidant potato. Because purple potatoes contain a lot of anti-oxidants. Which helps to build immunity. Purple potatoes are especially rich in polyphenol antioxidants called anthocyanins. Which is found in blueberries and blackberries.

Studies in various labs have shown that purple potatoes help prevent colon and breast cancer. In some cases this potato ingredient also helps to destroy cancer cells. But the cultivation of this potato has decreased a lot lately due to lack of proper care. And the specialty of this potato is that it does not require any chemical compounds to cultivate. This potato can be cultivated at very low cost.

The benefits of this Purple  potato are:

1. Purple potato keeps blood pressure normal. Polyphenolic anti-oxidant ingredients protect against high blood pressure.

2. This time the body needs fiber. There are many people who lack fiber in their body. In this case, purple potatoes have a lot of fiber. 100 grams of purple potatoes contain about 3.3 grams of fiber.

3. The nutritional value of purple potato helps to keep the heart healthy. Reduces the risk of heart attack or stroke. This is because it contains a substance called anthocyanin which helps to relax the blood vessels.

4. This potato is very useful for those who do a lot of exercise. Purple potatoes have electrolytes like potassium.

There are some side effects as well. These potatoes have higher sugar content than normal potatoes so it is better to avoid them in case of diabetics.