A POTATO IS NOT A HEALTH FOOD
WebMD says potatoes, popcorn, peanut butter and dark chocolate are "treats" that aren't unhealthy.
A 100-gram baked russet potato, skin and all, has 21.4 grams of carbs and only 2.3 grams of fiber. That's starch your body turns directly into blood sugar, which spikes your insulin. It also has just 2.6 grams of protein.
If you've got insulin resistance, pre-diabetes or a big belly, the potato is not your friend. Eat meat and eggs and skip the treats.
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