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Potatoes (boiled): carbohydrate content
Typical portion
2 medium (≈200 g)
Carbs
≈40gestimate
34–44 g · 20 g per 100 gEffect on glucose
raises quickly
Why it affects your glucose
Potato starch turns into glucose quickly. Cooled potatoes (in salads) act a bit more slowly.
How to eat it better
Start with salad, take a smaller portion and walk for 10–15 minutes after eating. Choose unsweetened tea instead of sugary drinks.
Confidence: reliable · USDA FoodData Central: 20.0 g/100 g
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