Potatoes are predominantly used for making various forms of vegetables. In North India Alu Paratha is a choice of every house, so are chips, Alu bondas, finger chips, famous Vada Pav has potato as ingredient. They are rich in nutrients, cheap to grow and can make delicious treat. But it is not an end, the milk extracted from Potato is gaining popularity in Europe. It is proved to be better than soya milk, Almond milk and it is cost effective. Potato milk is available in various flavors & is marketed through attractive tetra packs.
Facts of Potatoes:
- Potatoes might help reduce inflammation and constipation
- A medium potato contains around 164 calories and 30 percent of the recommended daily B6 intake.
- On a winter’s day, a baked potato makes an economical and warming treat.
Benefits of Potato Milk:
- Improves Bone Health:
It is said that Potato Milk is a great source of Vitamin D and calcium which are considered to be essential nutrients for our bones. It is tested that consuming Potato Milk is as good as cow’s milk.
- Boosts Immunity:
Potato milk is an immunity booster containing Vitamin C which can help body to fight against variety of infections and diseases.
- Digestion-Friendly:
Potato milk, being a great source of fibre, can aid digestion and get rid of problems like constipation and gas.
- Enhanced Cognitive Health:
Potato milk is a source of vitamin B12, iron, folate, and other nutrients essential for brain and cell development and growth. Consumption of the same can enhance cognitive function and strengthen the body from within.
- Weight Management:
Study has proven that potato milk is having significantly less calorie content as compared to cow’s milk and also having healthy fats.
Other Benefits of Potato Milk:
- Blood Pressure Management
Potato contains Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium which is better to manage blood pressure with less sodium content.
- Heart Health
Since potato contains Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, fiber, Vitamin C and B6 which helps to manage cholesterol and also blood pressure. With this it helps to manage the good health of the heart.
- Inflammation
Chlorine is a important nutrient in Potato which helps muscle movement, mood, learning, and memory
It also assists in:
- Maintaining the structure of cellular membranes
- Transmitting nerve impulses
- The absorption of fat
- Early brain development
- Skin
Potato contains collagen that supports skin system. Vitamin C plays a vital role as an antioxidant that helps to prevent damage caused by sun, pollution and smoke. It also helps to make the skin smooth and overall skin texture.
Hence, it is proved that potato milk is much beneficial as compared to animal milk.
Compiled by : Sanket Mamadapur
