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Potato Ayurvedic Medicinal Properties

Type: Roots
Harvested in Autumn-Winter
Serving Size: 1/2 whole

Species: Solanum tuberosum
Family: Solanaceae

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ayurvedic notes
The astringent quality makes potatoes unique among starches. The high glycemic index make potatoes tamasic - they put you to sleep and can depress agni. As with all members of the nightshade family, eat sparingly.
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buying & preparation
Watch out for mushy patches. The green color beneath the potato skin is poisonous - always peel your potatoes. You'll still get plenty of vitimins if you eat a balanced diet.
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cooking
Be sure to cook until slightly mushy. Undercooked potatoes are very difficult to digest.
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I was reading in the Ayurvedic Cookbook that the tamasic potatoes quality of potatoes can be nullified if it is eating with adequate amounts of fats (e.g. ghee) and / or protein foods. Also, the Glycaemic Index research has found that potatoes can typically have a GI as low as 57 (in the case of baby potatos, and steamed potatoes). Also Satiety Index research has found that potatoes are one of the most satiating foods you can eat (in terms of the hours following the consumption of that food).

- Rob, London, 05-31-12
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