Potato nutrition - what's hot and what's not

摘要

New research continues to emerge about the nutritional benefits potatoes as America's favoritevegetable. Recently, two review articles were published in the American Journal of Potato Research."Potato as a Source of Nutrition for Physical Performance" by Mitch Kanter and Chelsea Elkin discussed the latest science on nutrition needs for optimal physical performance. The article focuses on the potential positive impact of high-quality, nutrient-dense carbohydrates versus low-quality carbohydrates on performance, the nutritional benefits of white potatoes, the merits of a balanced diet for athletes, the role of calorie-dense simple sugars on performance and the evolving role of protein in the athlete's diet.