Certain Potato Preparation Guidelines For Kidney Dialysis Patients Ineffective

Potatoes are a valuable source of mineral nutrients that provide high levels of potassium. Individuals with compromised kidney function, however, must minimize their potassium intake. A new study in the Journal of Food Science explored the effects of leaching and boiling on levels of potassium and other minerals in potatoes and found that boiling cubed or shredded samples reduced potassium levels by 50 percent and 75 percent, respectively.

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Filed under: Nutrition / Diet on June 1st, 2008