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Can I Eat Idaho® Potatoes and Still Lose Weight?

Q:

I love, love, love Idaho® potatoes. However, I’d also love to lose the love handles and get my weight under control. Is it possible to include Idaho potatoes in a weight-management program?

A:

Not only can you include Idaho potatoes as part of your diet, studies show you can eat Idaho potatoes and still lose weight! Potatoes are naturally low in calories, nutrient-dense, have zero fat, and…Well here’s a link to a downloadable PDF that cite credible health sources, along with clinical and university studies which attest to Idaho potato consumption with successful weight loss. You will love, love, love it!

https://idahopotato.comhttps://cdn.idahopotato.com/uploads/media/fact-sheet-potatoes-and-weight-loss.pdf

 

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