Unexpected debates are arising in the United States regarding botany and food science. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
American scientists emphasize the need to reconsider the practice of classifying potatoes as traditional vegetables. According to them, potatoes should no longer be considered vegetables but should be classified among cereal products.
Special studies have shown that most people in the US consume potatoes as a healthy vegetable in their diet. However, due to the high calorie and starch content, potatoes contribute to weight gain.
Therefore, scientists propose equating potatoes with cereal products such as rice or wheat. Experts stress that if approached logically, this debate is not only relevant to potatoes.
For example, grapes and bananas are also traditionally considered fruits, but due to their high sugar and calorie content, they can be harmful in certain diets. For this reason, the issue of reclassifying them could also be discussed.
The main goal of the scientists is to update people's knowledge about proper nutrition and guide them based on scientific evidence. In many cases, it is more important to evaluate a product not by its botanical classification but by its calorie content and its benefits or harms to health.
