If you’ve started a weight loss program, you’ve probably been told you need to avoid certain foods, or at least, limit how much you’re eating.
One of those foods is carbs.
But should you cut them out completely? Or are some carbs better than others?
Although some people will tell you that eating carbs is bad and won’t help you lose weight, they are wrong.
There is nothing wrong with having some carbs in your weight loss program.
My favourite carb to eat happens to be potatoes. And if it’s yours too, don’t hold yourself back.
But, can you eat potatoes and still lose weight?
Although potatoes don’t contain all the nutrients you need, they can be part of a healthy nutritional approach to give you some of the nutrients your body needs to be successful.
Potatoes not only contain carbs, which are broken down into a usable form of energy, but they also contain fibre, vitamins, and minerals that are essential to a healthy nutrition plan and one that will help you lose weight and burn fat.
But what kind of potato is best?
Although you can include any type of potato into your diet, there are different types with many benefits.
Let’s take a closer look.
White Potatoes
Like all potatoes, those ones are fat-free and contain a boatload of nutrients. They are a great source of fibre and vitamin B6. Not only do these potatoes keep your body fueled, but they are also very satiating.
Sweet Potatoes
Just like white potatoes, sweet potatoes are a fat-free, cholesterol-free food that’s perfect for any nutrition plan. Not only does it contain plenty of fibre, but sweet potatoes are also a great source of iron, calcium, selenium, vitamin C, and B vitamins. The carbs found in sweet potatoes can help keep you feeling full and provide a great source of fuel for your body.
Fingerling Potatoes
Just like the other potatoes mentioned, fingerling potatoes contain the fibre, nutrients, and minerals your body needs to stay healthy. One main difference, however, is the colour of the fingerling potatoes. Some may be red, purple, and white, meaning they pack a different antioxidant punch than others.
There are a lot of diets that avoid certain foods in order to help you boost your weight loss. One of those foods happens to be potatoes. And if you love potatoes but have been avoiding them so you can lose weight, you don’t have to any longer. Potatoes, which are very nutritious and satiating, contain powerful nutrients for boosting your health and your weight loss.
So yes, you can eat potatoes and still lose weight!
Unless you’ve been told by a professional not to include potatoes in your nutrition plan, go ahead and eat them. They will be beneficial for your weightloss and your body will thank you for it.
Your coach
Michał