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Last Updated on September 12, 2023 by Shabnam Sengupta
Yes. You can eat potatoes in a moderate quantity if you suffer from arthritis. Potatoes contain a chemical called solanine which causes inflammation if ingested in large quantities. However, no evidence confirms solanine induces arthritis. A website suggests the reports (if any) of arthritis after eating potatoes are purely anecdotal. While it may be true for some people, there is no scientific evidence that can prove potatoes can worsen arthritis symptoms, including inflammation. Likewise, people with arthritis also think about whether they should eat brinjal. Brinjal also contains solanine and is thought to induce arthritis. However, this is not the case.
Similarly, individuals with arthritis often wonder about including other foods in their diet, such as bananas. For arthritis patients, it is worth noting that bananas are a source of essential nutrients like potassium, which can be beneficial for overall health. Likewise, people with arthritis also think about consuming dairy products like milk. When it comes to milk, moderation is key, just like with potatoes. Consuming milk in moderation won’t worsen arthritis symptoms. Dairy products can provide essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, which are important for maintaining bone health.
We found studies that suggest potatoes can be beneficial for arthritis patients. A study has shown that potatoes are rich in beta-carotene and vitamin C, which are essential for reducing inflammation caused by arthritis. However, vitamin C is destroyed because potatoes are always cooked before eating.
Another study suggests that the potato, being a starchy food, offers essential nutrients for the diet, such as vitamin C, potassium and dietary fibre. Additionally, various constituents present in potatoes play a role in reducing blood pressure, enhancing lipid profile, and reducing indicators of inflammation.
Still, you must not eat too many potatoes. The available studies suggest that unregulated consumption of potatoes may lead to obesity and glycoalkaloid toxicity to cause acute gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Although there is no link between potatoes and obesity, eating junk food like french fries may cause obesity. Potatoes are not bad but the way they’re cooked can cause damage.
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