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Sprouted Potatoes: As soon as summer starts, some problems also start. For example, potatoes kept at home start sprouting before being used, that is, they start growing. Most people also use potatoes grown in this way. Although there is no harm in eating potatoes, there is definitely harm in eating raw potatoes. Some grains are more beneficial if eaten sprouted. But if you eat sprouted potatoes, instead of benefits, you start getting losses.
Eating sprouted baguette increases health problems. Health experts say that overripe potatoes cause great harm to the body because they contain many types of toxins. Besides this, the amount of acid also increases in it.
Disadvantages of eating raw potatoes
Ripe potatoes contain two dangerous acids called sonanin and chaconin. This acid occurs naturally in potatoes, but its amount increases as the potato cooks. Eating raw potatoes can also cause problems like stomach ache, vomiting, headache, dizziness and fever due to these two acids.
Most people also use sprouted potatoes but sprouted potatoes are not nutritious. As the potato grows, its nutrients start depleting. If the potato grows bigger, its taste also changes.
The taste of potatoes becomes slightly bitter as compared to normal potatoes. Such potatoes do not cook quickly. According to research, the amount of starch in grown potatoes also increases. That means this potato can increase the blood sugar level rapidly.
Boiled potatoes can prove harmful for diabetic patients. Boiled potatoes are also difficult to digest and if used in food, it can cause flatulence, indigestion and acidity after eating. Raw potatoes can also cause allergies.
If you're storing a large quantity of potatoes and want to prevent them from sprouting, always store them uncovered in a cool, dark place. Never pack potatoes in plastic bags and keep them in the refrigerator. Potatoes will not grow quickly if stored this way.