Did eating potatoes and eggs frequently in the morning cause changes in muscle inflammation?

 

Recently, Professor Kim Hyung-seok, 104 years old, and Gachon University President Lee Gil-yeo, 92 years old, have attracted attention for reportedly eating potatoes in the morning. Professor Kim Hyung-seok seems to use potatoes, a carbohydrate, to provide the necessary energy in the morning. While it cannot be definitively called a 'health food' that health-conscious longevity people enjoy eating, it is true that potatoes contain many nutrients beneficial to health. Let's take another look at potatoes.

 

Eggs + potatoes protein synergy effect... Carbohydrates are the energy source for the body and brain.

 

According to the National Standard Food Composition Table, 100g of potato (about one medium-sized potato) contains 17.39g of carbohydrates and 2.07g of protein. Adding 1 to 2 eggs makes for an adequate protein intake for a meal. Potatoes are a source of carbohydrates, which are the body's and brain's energy source. However, to prevent excessive intake, it is advisable to avoid consuming the same carbohydrates in rice or bread. Professor Kim Hyung-seok's breakfast menu also includes one potato, one soft-boiled egg, pumpkin porridge, vegetables and fruits (rich in vitamin C), and milk (rich in calcium). It is a well-balanced meal with a variety of nutrients.

Good digestion and long-lasting fullness... Expecting diet effects by preventing overeating at lunch

 

If you boil or pan-fry potatoes the day before, you can easily eat them the next morning. Some European countries consume potatoes so much that they are considered a staple food. Rich in dietary fiber called pectin, they are good for morning intestinal health and help with bowel movements. The vitamin C in potatoes is protected by starch acting as a barrier, so it is minimally lost even when heated. Potassium, which is good for excreting salty substances (sodium) from the body, contains 374 mg and helps regulate blood pressure.

 

 

Relief of inflammation and swelling... Why did I eat potatoes when I had a stomach ache in the morning?

 

When I wake up in the morning, my face sometimes swells, which can be troublesome. I also experience symptoms of gastritis, and my stomach feels burning. In such cases, potatoes are helpful. Traditionally, when the stomach is burning in the morning, people have eaten potato juice or broth. The starch in potatoes is effective in reducing inflammation in the stomach caused by excessive stomach acid secretion. According to the National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, potatoes are effective in alleviating inflammation, burns, high fever, and sore throat-bronchitis.

 

 

 

Real potatoes raise blood sugar levels... Potato pancakes have a low glycemic index.

 

According to the Journal of the Korean Society of Food and Nutrition, steamed potatoes have a high glycemic index (GI) of 93.6. People with diabetes or those who need blood sugar control should be cautious. The GI indicates the rate of blood sugar increase, with a score of 70 or higher causing a rapid rise in blood sugar. A GI of 55 or below is considered low. Potato pancakes have a GI of 28, so if you are concerned about blood sugar levels, it is better to eat potatoes in their whole form. However, eating steamed potatoes together with vegetables and fruits rich in dietary fiber can help suppress blood sugar spikes.

 

 

Reporter Kim Yong (ecok@kormedi.com)