5 Strange Home Remedies Involving Potatoes

Do all of these remedies actually work? Maybe not, but hopefully you find them as interesting as I did!

1. The Incas placed potatoes on broken bones to help healing.

2. Warm potatoes have been often used as warm compress to treat sties. The potato is said to draw the infection out of the eye.

3. Drinking freshly squeezed potato juice first thing in the morning has been said to help with gas.

4. Washing your face with cool potato juice is is said to clean up blemishes.

5. Carrying a potato in your pocket was thought to cure toothaches.

Are Baked Potatoes Nutritious?

Although many people may try to avoid baked potatoes due to the high carbohydrate content, potatoes do contain a number of health promoting vitamins and nutrients. Below are four reasons to not feel guilty the next time you decide to indulge in the hot goodness of a baked potato, although finding healthy toppings is a must! However, you have to eat the skin! That's where a lot of the nutrients are.

1. Potatoes are a good source of fiber. Fiber is important for keeping the digestive system healthy. It can also help you to stay full which is helpful if you are watching how much you eat.

2. Potatoes are a great source of vitamin C which is essential for good health.
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3. A baked potato is a good source of vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 gives you energy, helps your brain function better, and may help fight lung cancer and heart disease.

4. Potato skins contain a variety of flavonoids which may help prevent cardiovascular disease.

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