[https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-eating-plate/](https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-eating-plate/)
[https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/2014/01/24/the-problem-with-potatoes/](https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/2014/01/24/the-problem-with-potatoes/)
It says "a cup of potatoes has a similar effect on blood sugar as a can of cola or a handful of jelly beans. The roller-coaster-like effect of a high dietary glycemic load can result in people feeling hungry again soon after eating, which may then lead to overeating."
"because \[potatoes\] are high in the type of [carbohydrate](https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/carbohydrates-full-story/) that the body digests rapidly, causing blood sugar and insulin to surge and then dip (in scientific terms, they have a high [glycemic load](https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/carbohydrates/carbohydrates-and-blood-sugar/))" potatoes don't count as a veg on their "healthy eating plate"
"diets high in potatoes and similarly rapidly-digested, high carbohydrate foods can contribute to obesity, diabetes, and heart disease."
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But if you read practically any other source about healthy eating, they'll recommend potatoes as a good source of nutrients, very satiating, etc. Is it really worth it to cut out potatoes?
Answer
they’re absolutely right.
>But if you read practically any other source about healthy eating, they’ll recommend potatoes as a good source of nutrients, very satiating, etc.
so many nutrition websites and experts are outdated. I’m actually impressed that Harvard finally decided to review their opinions and update their guidelines.
>Is it really worth it to cut out potatoes?
if you’re replacing processed carbohydrates with potatoes, you’re making a better choice. if you’re replacing potatoes with sweet potatoes, you’re also making a better choice. it’s all about comparison.
edit: pherhaps an useful link