Seeking to debunk some of the misconceptions about consumption of potatoes, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) said it was low in calories, cholesterol, naturally fat-free, nutritious and had cholesterol-lowering properties. Coming forward to support the West Bengal Cold storage Association's (WBCSA) awareness programme, IMA said there were dietary myths about potatoes as being a 'weight gain' food and that it caused diabetes.
Indian Medical Society shows support for health benefits of potatoes
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