It's no secret that raw vegetables and fruits are much healthier than cooked ones. However, few people know that besides carrots, beets and other well-known vegetables, potatoes are also edible raw.
Raw potato composition
Raw potatoes are rich in vitamins and minerals, organic acids and trace elements. Potatoes contain such vitamins as: PP, E, C, B1, B5, B6, A. Raw potatoes are low in calories. It contains 70 calories per 100 grams of potatoes.
Useful properties of raw potatoes
Prevention of eye diseases
The peel of raw potatoes contains a large amount of vitamin A, which has a beneficial effect on the visual system. However, in this case, it is more advisable to use grated young potatoes in the form of compresses for the eyelids.
Prevention and treatment of vascular diseases
Raw potatoes have amazing blood cholesterol-lowering properties, thereby preventing plaque build-up on the walls of blood vessels, leading to clogging.
Improving heart function
Raw potatoes contain a relatively large amount of potassium, which is responsible for electrolyte metabolism in the cardiovascular system. If eating potatoes raw is unacceptable, you can eat them baked. In this case, the amount of potassium will hardly change.
Disinfection of the oral cavity
Raw potatoes, as well as its juice, perfectly disinfect the oral cavity, contribute to the treatment of stomatitis, periodontitis and other inflammatory diseases. To improve the healing effect, it is recommended to use potato juice.
Tips for eating raw potatoes
It should be remembered that not all raw potatoes are edible. So, it is not recommended to use old potatoes raw for food because of their poor taste. Also, the use of green potatoes in food is not allowed, since corned beef contained in green tubers can cause severe poisoning. Well, and, of course, you shouldn't eat raw potatoes grown using fertilizers or near ecologically unfavorable areas.
The most useful is considered to be young potatoes grown between June and August. Such potatoes can be eaten even unpeeled, after having washed them. Well, and, of course, you shouldn't eat raw potatoes grown using fertilizers or near ecologically unfavorable areas.
