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03/24/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Potatoes GOOD for diabetics? Study finds prebiotic from potatoes actually reduces insulin resistance

Diabetics and pre-diabetics are often told to avoid potatoes due to being relatively high on the glycemic index (GI). But, as a new study demonstrated, potatoes may actually be more beneficial than detrimental. MSPrebiotic, a natural, digestion-resistant starch made from potato (Solanum tuberosum) extract was found to have a positive impact on gut microbiota and […]

06/21/2017 / By Tim Wesley

Potatoes – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com

Potatoes are a staple in every household. Considered the number one vegetable in the world, it’s not surprising to learn that these are packed with nutrients that can do your body wonders. Because these are grown almost everywhere all-year round, potatoes satisfy many individuals’ need for energy. List of known nutrients Alpha-Carotene Antioxidants Betaine Calcium […]

05/30/2017 / By Tracey Watson

Alert: Maine approves three types of GMO potatoes

Maine just became the last state in the nation to approve the use of three new types of genetically modified (GM) potatoes – the Innate Generation 2 Russet Burbank, the Ranger Russet and the Atlantic potato varieties. The Maine Board of Pesticides Control approved the new potatoes, which were developed by the Idaho-based J.R. Simplot […]

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