{"id":240561,"date":"2021-05-11T14:07:23","date_gmt":"2021-05-11T12:07:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/potatonation.co.za\/?p=240561"},"modified":"2021-05-11T14:07:23","modified_gmt":"2021-05-11T12:07:23","slug":"how-to-latch-onto-the-goodness-of-potatoes-this-winter-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/potatonation.co.za\/staging\/how-to-latch-onto-the-goodness-of-potatoes-this-winter-season\/","title":{"rendered":"How to latch onto the goodness of potatoes this winter season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Chilly mornings and sniffles need not be synonymous with winter. This is heightened by the concerns of a global pandemic in our midst. Considering that as of mid-May 2021, barely 1% of the population has been vaccinated, the plight on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/potatonation.co.za\/2021\/03\/08\/how-to-support-a-stronger-immune-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to support a stronger immune system<\/a>&nbsp;resounds for most South African.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any bit of help can make all the difference, but where does one start? Well, don\u2019t overlook the kitchen. For right there, the humble spud dares to not only tick the boxes when it comes to taste, versatility and convenience but goes on to offer health benefits for improved nutrition and immunity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>&#8220;Potatoes contain some of the immune-supporting nutrients such as vitamin B6, B9 (folate), copper, iron, magnesium, and zinc. Potatoes also have calcium, iodine, phosphorous and manganese to offer valuable nutrients.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Immune-supporting nutrients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Potatoes contain some of the immune-supporting nutrients such as vitamin B6, B9 (folate), copper, iron, magnesium, and zinc. Potatoes also have calcium, iodine, phosphorous and manganese to offer valuable nutrients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Heart &amp; Stroke Foundation South Africa\u2019s endorsement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t just take our word for it; look at the academic literature and endorsements that speak on behalf of South Africa\u2019s beloved spuds. The Heart &amp; Stroke Foundation South Africa endorses potatoes as heart-healthy when consumed as a carbohydrate, with the skin on, baked, boiled, or grilled in quality ingredients.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do your part<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to your health, no contribution is too small. Every bit helps in the overall scheme of things. Remember to wash your hands with soap or to sanitise consistently. Wearing your mask as well as maintaining adequate social distance can also help.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the words of Sara Khan: \u201cCoronavirus can happen to anyone, so, it\u2019s really important to maintain good health overall. That way, when it hits you, you have an immune system that is strong enough to fight the virus.\u201d By knowing\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/potatonation.co.za\/health-talk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">what is in a potato<\/a>, you can play your role to help strengthen your immune system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read up more on the above under our <a href=\"https:\/\/potatonation.co.za\/health-talk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Health section<\/a> at www.potatonation.co.za<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chilly mornings and sniffles need not be synonymous with winter. 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