Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Patient: "I don't eat potatoes." Me: "Really, why?" Patient: "They are fattening." Me: "Hmm. How are you eating them?" And so goes ...

Because potatoes are ubiquitous, people hardly notice them. Mostly white in color and always bland in flavor, they fade into the culinary background. But where would soups, stews, casseroles, gratins, ...

Here are two facts about potatoes: They’re extremely nutritious, and you should probably cut back on how often you eat them. How can both be true? “Potatoes are a top source of potassium, which is an ...

It's easy to get caught up in a cycle of eating the same thing week after week, but nothing cures boredom better than trying something new, especially when it comes to food. Next time you're feeling ...

Valerie M. from Monterey, California, sent me an article that stated how Americans are eating fewer potatoes than ever before. She writes: “I read this about potatoes, and it made me sad. I love ...

Idaho is known for its potatoes — so much so that the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) was founded in 1937. The IPC is a state agency that promotes the famous "Grown in Idaho®" seal. The state has ideal ...

Many people don’t eat potatoes because it’s said they make you fat. This isn’t true. Over eating, not eating enough or not exercising are the bad habits that will make you fat. Everyday in the news ...

For too long, potatoes have been misunderstood and labeled as “unhealthy” — we’re here to dig into the truth. Foods with carbohydrates tend to get a bad reputation as being unhealthy. And it’s true ...

August 19 is National Potato Day, and to celebrate the spud, we’ve scrounged up some fun factoids about the vegetable. The potato’s got a humble appearance and reputation, but we sure gobble up this ...