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Russet Potato

Russet potato is a starchy root vegetable commonly used for baking, mashing, and frying. It has a fluffy texture when cooked and provides carbohydrate along with several essential nutrients.

Beneficial properties

source of complex carbohydrates high in potassium provides vitamin C contains vitamin B6 naturally fat-free

Nutritional highlights

Russet potatoes are especially rich in potassium and provide vitamin C, vitamin B6, and carbohydrate, with fiber concentrated in the skin.

Caution. Potatoes can raise blood glucose quickly when eaten in large portions or in highly processed forms, so portioning may matter for people with diabetes.

Conditions it helps with

Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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