{"id":12689,"date":"2014-08-07T06:08:28","date_gmt":"2014-08-07T04:08:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev.radioislam.org.za\/wordpress\/2014\/08\/07\/all-about-the-amazing-potato\/"},"modified":"2014-08-07T06:08:28","modified_gmt":"2014-08-07T04:08:28","slug":"all-about-the-amazing-potato","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/radioislam.org.za\/a\/all-about-the-amazing-potato\/","title":{"rendered":"All about the amazing potato"},"content":{"rendered":"

They are among the top 10 crops produced in the world and there is a good reason for that.<\/span>
They are a great source of amino acids, carbohydrates, vitamins and no fat! Yes you read that part right, potatoes are much more nutritious than people think. As a matter of fact you can live eating mostly potatoes and your health would be fine (don\u2019t panic, you can eat other stuff if you want). Potatoes are an essential part of my daily meals and they should be part of yours as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can get potatoes very easily. You can go to the supermarket or the grocery store and buy as many as you like. You also have the alternative of growing them in your home. The grocery store is very easy but if you are a fan of organic foods or you like rare varieties that are hard to get you should try to grow them. <\/span><\/p>\n

You won\u2019t believe the different types of potatoes and the countless potato varieties that exist all the over the world to this day. For cooking purposes, we can say that there are basically six main types: yellow, red, Russet, white, fingerling and blue. Each type has certain characteristics which allow them to be used for specific cooking methods.<\/span>
Potatoes are delicious and nutritious. They are the base for many hardy meals, and they are delicious in their own right. You can use them to make many favorites, such as potato chips, mashed potatoes, and twice-baked potatoes. Potatoes aren\u2019t just for eating. They have many uses that extend far beyond the kitchen and the dinner table.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cooking uses for potatoes..<\/span>
Home made potatoe chips\u2026<\/span>
Mash them<\/span>
Bake them or roast<\/span>
Use for salads<\/span>
Curries\u2026<\/span>
Potatoe samoosas and other savouries\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

TIPS TO STORE POTATOES..<\/span><\/strong>
Potatoes live. Potatoes breathe. And because Potatoes are 80 percent water, these tubers thrive in humid locations. Take heed, consumers wondering about the best spots in your homes to store your potatoes.<\/span><\/p>\n

If storing a small quantity of potatoes, wrap them in paper or netting, or store them in baskets or hessian bags (burlap sacks). Keep them in a cool, dry place with good air circulation. Potatoes should never be refrigerated.<\/span>
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Under ideal conditions, potatoes will keep for several months. New potatoes are the exception; they should be eaten within a week of purchase.<\/span>
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Larger quantities of potatoes should be stored in a dry, well-aired, dark room with a temperature of 4\u20138\u00b0C (39\u201346\u00b0F). Potatoes are best placed in slatted crates to allow air to circulate.<\/span>
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As potatoes are sensitive to pressure and impact, avoid simply pouring them into the crate; instead, let them roll in gently. Each layer of potatoes should not exceed 40 cm (16 inches) in height.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are 5 ways that you can use a potato outside the kitchen:<\/span><\/p>\n

To Remove Rust<\/span><\/strong>
Simply cut open a raw potato and rub it on a rusted area. The acid in the potato\u2019s juice dissolves the rust, and the coarse skin of the potato flesh helps to remove it. For tough jobs, you can add a little soap or salt to increase the potato\u2019s power. Use it on pans in the kitchen or on surfaces like your bathroom sink, tools, or car parts.<\/span><\/p>\n

To Clean<\/span><\/strong>
Potatoes can clean more than just rust. You can use them to polish shoes, remove tarnish from silver, and even clean up stains. Just rub a raw potato across your shoes to get a clean and shiny finish. To remove tarnish from silver, soak items in potato water after cooking. Let the silver soak, and it will come out shiny. For tough stains, try rubbing a raw potato on the spot or dabbing with a little potato water.<\/span><\/p>\n

To Cure Ailments<\/span><\/strong>
Potatoes can help you to treat many minor ailments, such as skin burns, back aches or headaches. It is even said to be able to help alleviate symptoms of more serious ailments, such as ulcers, gout, and sciatica. As a topical relief, you can rub a raw potato on your temples for a headache or make a paste of raw potato and water to put on your skin to soothe a burn. For internal ailments, you can drink the juice of a potato (made from a mechanical juicer). Add other juices to the mix if you want to balance out the flavor!<\/span><\/p>\n

To Care for Skin<\/span><\/strong>
Potatoes are said to be able to do many amazing things for the skin, including clearing up acne and reducing the appearance of wrinkles, according to \u201cAlternative Cures: More than 1,000 of the Most Effective Natural Home Remedies.\u201d You can rub a raw potato over problem areas on your skin to clear up acne and minor rashes. Or you can make a face mask from a paste of raw potatoes and water and leave it on your face for 30 minutes. You can also wash your face with potato juice daily.<\/span><\/p>\n

To Create Art<\/span><\/strong>
The simple potato is a powerful tool. If you cut a potato into slices, you can dip them into paints and create an effective stamp. Carve your potato into fun shapes for a variety of stamps. This is an easy way to enjoy craft time with kids, and when you\u2019re done, you can just throw the potato away and not have to worry about cleaning up brushes<\/span><\/p>\n

HOME REMEDIES USING POTATOES\u2026<\/span><\/strong>
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Placed raw slices on broken bones to promote healing <\/span>
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Carried them to prevent rheumatism <\/span>
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Ate with other foods to prevent indigestion. <\/span>
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Measured time: by correlating units of time by how long it took for potatoes to cook. <\/span>
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Various folk remedies recommend using potatoes: <\/span>
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Treat facial blemishes by washing you face daily with cool potato juice. <\/span>
\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Treat frostbite or sunburn by applying raw grated potato or potato juice to the affected area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Help a toothache by carrying a potato in your pocket. <\/span>
Ease a sore throat by putting a slice of baked potato in a stocking and tying it around your throat.<\/span>Ease aches and pains by rubbing the affected area with the water potatoes have been boiled in Potato. A poultice made from grated potato works as an astringent and soothes pain.<\/span><\/p>\n

Take 2 washed potatoes, cut them into small chunks, and put them into a blender. Process until the potatoes are in liquid form. Add a few teaspoons water if they look dry. Spread the mashed ‘taters into a thin gauze bandage or clean handkerchief, fold in half, and apply to the hemorrhoids for five to ten minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Warning! Some folk remedies will have you placing raw potato pieces in places that don’t see the light of day. Using potatoes or any other food as a suppository to help hemorrhoids should first be discussed with your physician.<\/span><\/p>\n

A potato wrap for pain relief <\/span><\/strong>
The potato wrap has long history as a folk remedy for all types of muscle and bone pain. Potatoes retain heat for long periods of time, allowing the warmth to penetrate deep into the tissues. To make the wrap, boil 1 lb. of potatoes in their skins until tender. Place them in a linen sack and mash them. Apply the sack to the affected area, placing a towel underneath tightly to your body with a woollen blanket. Remove the only after it has cooled down completely.<\/span><\/p>\n

Raw potatoes for inflammation<\/strong><\/span>
The cooling effect of raw potato slices brings fast relief from swelling (and itching) caused by contact dermatitis and insect bites. The slices are also effective for bruises as well as sties that occur on the eyelids. Peel and slice a potato and apply a slice to the affected skin until the potato warms up. Repeat as necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n

Potato juice for heartburn<\/span><\/strong>
Potato juice helps reduce stomach acid and heal gastrointestinal inflammation because it contains compounds that coat the lining of the stomach. Use a juicer to extract the juice from 1-2 large potatoes (with the skins). Take 3-4 tbsp. of juice half an hour before meals. If you do not like the taste of potato juice when taken straight, mix it with another vegetable juice (such as carrot or beet) or add it to soup.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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