A man once ate nothing but potatoes for 365 days straight, and the results were shocking. He dropped 115 lbs., got off his antidepressants, and reversed his horrible blood work. I know this is an anecdote, but potatoes are still one of the best foods if you're trying to get lean and lose weight because they help you feel fuller on fewer calories. They also have nutrients like potassium, magnesium, iron, and vitamins C and B. They're also a form of resistant starch, which has been shown to help remove visceral fat and support gut health and insulin sensitivity. When this man only ate potatoes, he found that he largely eliminated his food addiction. I'm not saying you should eat only potatoes to get healthy. The key is that potatoes can be a great tool if you're trying to get healthy and lose weight.