When it comes to health, many prefer to give up harmful habits and products to avoid harming their bodies. However, scientists have found that there are foods that are more beneficial than previously thought.
According to them, consuming potatoes can have a favorable effect on the gut microbiome. Moreover, this vegetable contains flavonoids, carotenoids, and phenolic acids—antioxidants that neutralize free radicals, which cause various diseases.
Scientists claim that consuming potatoes can protect the body from cancer and heart disease.
It is important to understand that fried potatoes will not benefit the body. Specialists recommend consuming boiled potatoes. They can be steamed or baked.
Researchers emphasize that eggs, often blamed for “raising cholesterol levels,” should also be included in the diet. They have a positive effect on the body, as they are a source of protein and contain various vitamins, folic acid, iodine, sodium, and other beneficial elements.
Coffee, butter, chocolate, cheese, whole milk, and fatty fish have also made it onto the list of “underrated” products. Scientists note that when consumed in moderation, these products do not harm the body; on the contrary, they help.
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