Post by the Scribe on Mar 8, 2022 6:33:17 GMT
Green Potatoes: Harmless or Poisonous?
www.healthline.com/nutrition/green-potatoes
SUMMARY:
When potatoes are exposed to light, they produce chlorophyll, a pigment that turns potatoes green. Chlorophyll itself is completely harmless, but it can signal the presence of a toxin
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When exposed to light, potatoes produce a toxin called solanine. It protects them from insects and bacteria, but it’s toxic to humans. Greening in potatoes is a good indicator of solanine.
SUMMARY:
Potatoes that contain very high levels of solanine can cause nausea, vomiting and headaches. In extreme cases, paralysis, coma or even death may result.
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Peeling a green potato significantly reduces its solanine levels, but cooking does not. It’s best to throw away potatoes when they turn green.
SUMMARY:
Potatoes containing high amounts of solanine will usually not make it to the grocery store. Still, it’s important to store potatoes properly to prevent them from turning green after you buy them.
SUMMARY
Uncooked potatoes stay fresh for a few weeks up to a few months. Once cooked, potatoes last for another 3–4 days when refrigerated or for up to 1 year when frozen.
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Some signs that uncooked potatoes have spoiled include dark spots on the skin, a soft or mushy texture, and foul odor. Cooked potatoes may have mold but can also spoil without any noticeable signs.
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Potatoes sometimes cause food poisoning. To avoid getting sick, be sure to eat cooked potatoes within 4 days and immediately throw away any potatoes that show signs of mold.
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It’s best to store raw potatoes in a cool, dark place that allows air circulation. Cooked potatoes should be kept at 40°F (4°C) or below when refrigerated and 0°F (-18°C) or below when frozen.
www.healthline.com/nutrition/green-potatoes
SUMMARY:
When potatoes are exposed to light, they produce chlorophyll, a pigment that turns potatoes green. Chlorophyll itself is completely harmless, but it can signal the presence of a toxin
SUMMARY:
When exposed to light, potatoes produce a toxin called solanine. It protects them from insects and bacteria, but it’s toxic to humans. Greening in potatoes is a good indicator of solanine.
SUMMARY:
Potatoes that contain very high levels of solanine can cause nausea, vomiting and headaches. In extreme cases, paralysis, coma or even death may result.
SUMMARY:
Peeling a green potato significantly reduces its solanine levels, but cooking does not. It’s best to throw away potatoes when they turn green.
SUMMARY:
Potatoes containing high amounts of solanine will usually not make it to the grocery store. Still, it’s important to store potatoes properly to prevent them from turning green after you buy them.
SUMMARY
Uncooked potatoes stay fresh for a few weeks up to a few months. Once cooked, potatoes last for another 3–4 days when refrigerated or for up to 1 year when frozen.
SUMMARY
Some signs that uncooked potatoes have spoiled include dark spots on the skin, a soft or mushy texture, and foul odor. Cooked potatoes may have mold but can also spoil without any noticeable signs.
SUMMARY
Potatoes sometimes cause food poisoning. To avoid getting sick, be sure to eat cooked potatoes within 4 days and immediately throw away any potatoes that show signs of mold.
SUMMARY
It’s best to store raw potatoes in a cool, dark place that allows air circulation. Cooked potatoes should be kept at 40°F (4°C) or below when refrigerated and 0°F (-18°C) or below when frozen.