Top 10 Nutritious Alternatives to Potatoes

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WHY SHOULD YOU SUBSTITUTE POTATOES?

Poatoes have high GI that can cause spikes in blood sugar levels.

Potatoes are calorie-dense, and over consumption cause Obesity.

Potatoes lack the diversity of nutrients.

High-temperature cooking of Potatoes, lead to formation of carcinogen "Acrylamide".

The removal of potato skins, reduces fibers significantly.

TARO ROOT (Arbi)

Taro root is starchy and has a texture similar to potatoes, but its overall nutritional value may be only slightly higher than potatoes.

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RAW BANANA (Plantain)

Raw bananas are starchy and have a texture similar to potatoes. While they provide some nutrients, their overall nutritional value may be somewhat lower.

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BUTTERNUT SQUASH

Butternut squash is creamy when cooked and can be a potato substitute, though it may not be as nutritionally dense

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CAULIFLOWER

Cauliflower can mimic the texture of potatoes in some dishes, but its nutritional value may not be as high in certain aspects compared to other alternatives.

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BOTTLER GOURD (Lauki)

Bottle gourd can be used in place of potatoes for a similar texture but may have a relatively lower nutritional value.

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Green papaya, when raw, has a starchy texture similar to potatoes but may not be as nutritionally dense as other choices.

Green Papaya

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SWEET POTATO

Sweet potatoes are starchy and provide a fair amount of nutrients, making them a healthier choice than regular potatoes.

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YAMS

Yams have a starchy texture similar to sweet potatoes and provide a good amount of nutrients, including fiber and vitamins.

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TURNIPS

Turnips can be used as a potato alternative and offer a good amount of nutrients, including vitamin C and fiber.

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JACKFRUIT

Young green jackfruit, when cooked, can mimic the texture of potatoes and is relatively more nutritious, providing fiber and some vitamins.

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