What are the benefits of young potatoes: they contain substances against early aging and cancer

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“Potatoes that are harvested, as a rule, two weeks after the end of their flowering and before full ripening are considered young. Its distinguishing feature is a thin, translucent skin that comes off easily even when you press on it with your fingers,” the experts said.

Explaining the benefits of young potatoes, experts noted that, like many fresh vegetables, they contain high doses of bioflavonoids, which are “the strongest antioxidants.” These substances contribute to prolonging youth and health –
“prevent the development of tumors, protect blood vessels and strengthen cell walls”.

What other useful substances are contained in young potatoes?

< li>Vitamin A.
• B vitamins.
• Vitamin C.
• Vitamin E.
• Vitamin K.
• Niacin.
• Choline.
• Folic acid.
• Protein.
• Potassium.
• Calcium.
• Magnesium.
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• Phosphorus.

At the same time, biologists note, “potato protein is one of the most complete in the plant world – it contains 14 of 20 essential amino acids.”

In turn, a 100-gram portion of new potatoes provides the body with half of the daily norm of vitamin C – this is important for maintaining healthy functions of the nervous system and endocrine system, blood vessels, as well as for the production of collagen, which provides skin and ligaments with protection from early aging aging.

Potassium, which is abundant in young potatoes, helps the body to remove excess fluid, protects against swelling, increased pressure.

“Patients with cardiovascular and kidney diseases are often recommended unsalted liver potatoes, the benefit of which is due to the high content of potassium”.

Also, young potatoes have a beneficial effect on the gastrointestinal tract and, containing little starch, are excellent for the diet of those who are losing weight.