Natalie Rizzo is a New York City-based dietitian, the founder of Greenletes and author of 'Planted Performance.'
The nutrition landscape has changed quite a bit during my 9 years as a dietitian, but one thing has remained the same — people are scared of carbohydrates. Carbs are an essential macronutrient that should make up most of a healthy diet. The Dietary Guidelines recommend eating 45-60% of calories from carbs daily. Yet, low-carb diets never cease to wane in popularity, especially among those trying to lose weight. But not all carb-rich foods are created equal.
Plus, sweet potatoes and white potatoes each have upwards of 10% of the daily value of fiber, a nutrient that aids in digestion and contributes to feelings of fullness. Sweet potatoes also have the antioxidant Vitamin A, which plays a role in eye health and reduces inflammation. White potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, a nutrient that can lower blood pressure. Beans All types of beans have about 20 grams of carbohydrates per ½ cup.
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