2024-11-02 09:44:00
CARDIOMETABOLIC HEALTH: Why you should not avoid potatoes – Santé blog
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**Interview with Dr. Emily Carter, Nutritionist and Cardiometabolic Health Expert**
**Interviewer**: Dr. Carter, in your recent article on the Santé blog, you emphasize the importance of including potatoes in a balanced diet, especially concerning cardiometabolic health. Can you explain why many people might avoid potatoes and why this is a misconception?
**Dr. Carter**: Certainly! Many people tend to avoid potatoes due to their carbohydrate content and the belief that they might contribute to weight gain or blood sugar spikes. However, potatoes are actually a nutrient-dense food, rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which can support cardiovascular health and help regulate blood sugar levels when consumed in moderation.
**Interviewer**: That sounds interesting! Some readers may argue that with the rise of low-carb diets, like keto or paleo, avoiding starchy foods like potatoes is a way to maintain a healthy lifestyle. What would you say to those individuals?
**Dr. Carter**: It’s a valid point. However, extreme dietary restrictions can often lead to nutrient deficiencies and could destabilize our metabolic health over time. Potatoes, when prepared healthily—like baking or steaming—can be a part of a balanced diet. They offer benefits such as satiety and energy without the added sugars found in many processed foods.
**Interviewer**: Let’s spark some debate: Despite the benefits you just mentioned, some might still argue that modern dietary guidelines should discourage high-carb foods like potatoes. Do you believe that this perspective overlooks the complexity of individual dietary needs?
**Dr. Carter**: Absolutely! Nutrition is not a one-size-fits-all concept. Each person’s dietary needs can vary significantly based on their lifestyle, activity level, and health conditions. Engaging with diverse foods, including potatoes, can actually enhance dietary patterns. The focus should be on balance rather than elimination.
**Interviewer**: Thank you, Dr. Carter! It will be interesting to see what readers think about the role potatoes should play in our diets moving forward. Should we embrace them or push them aside?
