Name of Student: Elsie Alcover
Subject : Food and Nutrition
Topic: Sweet Potato as main ingredient in baking cookies among Grade 12 students of Julian Enad
Memorial National High School S.Y. 2022-2023
Main Concept in question form : How do potato affects the health of each students as main ingredient in
baking cookies?
Focus subject: Food and Nutrition
Rationale of the Study
The healthy food choice you select the high chance of healthy life you will have. There are health benefits
of sweet potato as main ingredient in baking cookies includes cholesterol lowering, heart healthy, better
skin health, lowering risk of type 2 diabetes, lowering risk of cancer, cholesterol reducing, reduce blood
pressure levels, reducing the risk of stroke, promoting bone health, lowering cancer risk. (May 30, 2022 by
Monika) However, in several studies conducted the health effects of consuming four or more servings of
sweet potato per week with eating less than one serving a month. They also looked at different
preparations of potatoes, including baked, boiled, french fries and chips to see if that made a difference.
Researchers found that a higher, long-term intake of all types of potatoes, except chips, was associated
with an increased risk of high blood pressure. (BMJ in May 2016)
Therefore, there is a need to study further the actual side effects of eating large amount of potato as main
ingredients in baking cookies among Grade 12 students of Julian Enad Memorial National High School S.Y.
2022-2023.
The sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) is a tuber belonging to the morning glory family of flowering plants
that’s native to tropical America, according to the Encyclopedia Britannica. It’s different than a white potato,
which belongs to the nightshade plant family and is more closely related to eggplants and tomatoes. Often,
the flesh of the sweet potato is orange or yellow, but it can also be white, red, or purple. (Believe it or not,
sweet potato leaves are also edible.)
Moreover, the sweet potato plant is native to the tropical regions of the Americas, and its cultivation likely
dates back to prehistoric times. These days, it’s grown across the globe, with China, Nigeria, and Tanzania
being top producers, reports World Atlas.
Within the United States, North Carolina grows the most sweet potatoes of any state, according to 2019–
2021 data (PDF) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). California and Mississippi are among
other top producers in the United States.
When eaten in moderation, sweet potatoes can make a healthy, type 2 diabetes–friendly substitute for
white potatoes. That’s because compared with white potatoes, sweet potatoes are lower on the glycemic
index (GI), which is a scale that measures how a food containing carbohydrates raises blood glucose
levels. Foods are ranked on a scale of zero to 100, with 100 being the GI of pure glucose (sugar), explains
Harvard Health Publishing. Glycemic control is an important goal for people with diabetes, with lower GI
foods generally being healthier options.
A boiled sweet potato has a GI of 44, whereas a boiled white potato has a GI of 82. But another measure
gives you an even better picture of which has the ability to raise your blood sugar higher: glycemic
load. According to Oregon State University, that’s calculated by multiplying the GI by the number
of carbohydrate grams in a serving and then dividing that value by 100. According to Tufts University,
roasted and boiled potatoes have roughly the same GI load, followed by baked potatoes and then mashed
varieties (which have the highest GI value).
Another point to consider is the composition of the overall meal. Eating protein and healthy fats with a
starch like a sweet potato may help reduce blood sugar spikes. Needless to say, adding sweeteners like
honey or toppings like marshmallows will boost GI, so skip these additives and let the vegetable’s natural
sweetness shine through instead. If needed, sprinkle your sweet potato with a pinch of salt and pepper —
or perhaps a dash of cinnamon. Even then, check with your doctor or registered dietitian to find out the
portions that are right for you.
Potatoes aren’t usually thought of as nutritious. However, this all-purpose vegetable has some surprising
health and nutrition benefits. Although french fries and potato skins may be heavy in fat and calories, the
potato itself is fat and cholesterol free as well as low in sodium. Prepared the right way, potatoes can make
a delicious, satisfying, and healthy dish. Potatoes are the most commonly consumed vegetable in the
United States. In 2017, it was calculated that each person consumed 49.2 pounds of potatoes. This
beloved vegetable is easy to grow and is used in countless dishes across the country year-round. Potatoes
are a good source of fiber, which can help you lose weight by keeping you full longer. Fiber can help
prevent heart disease by keeping cholesterol and blood sugar levels in check. Potatoes are also full of
antioxidants that work to prevent diseases and vitamins that help your body function properly. (Written
by WebMD Editorial Contributors( Reviewed by Poonam Sachdev on September 14, 2022)
Furthermore, based on a comparison of 161 countries in 2020, China ranked the highest in potato
consumption with 69,312 kt followed by India and USA. Based on a comparison of 161 countries in 2020,
China ranked the highest in potato consumption with 69,312 kt followed by India and USA. On the other
end of the scale was Central African Republic with 1.00 kt, Guinea Bissau with 1.00 kt and Comoros with
1.00 kt. Total potato consumption reached 256,432 kt in 2020 in the World according to Faostat. This is
1.74 % more than in the previous year and 10.6 % more than 10 years ago. Historically, total potato
consumption reached an all time high of 256,432 kt in 2020 and an all time low of 106,356 kt in 1962. The
average annual growth amounted to 1.47 % since 1961. The top ranked country, China, accounted for
27.0 % of potato consumption in the world. The top 3 countries hold a 46.7 % share while the ten largest
countries some 64.6 % in 2020. (Helgi Library Eliášova 38, Prague 6, 160 00, Czech Republic)
In Asia, the sweet potato is a beloved snack and dessert, as well as a staple food for rural farmers in places
unsuitable for growing rice. In recent years, the sweet potato has also gained more popularity in the West,
featured in various healthy-eating sites including BBC Good Food. Sweet potato is rich in Vitamins A, C,
and D, as well as calcium and fibre. It promotes gut health, contains cancer-preventing antioxidants, and is
a great source for natural sugar. Sweet potato is rich in Vitamins A, C, and D, as well as calcium and fibre.
It promotes gut health, contains cancer-preventing antioxidants, and is a great source for natural sugar.
Since its introduction to the East, sweet potato has earned a special place in Asian cuisines. (Copyright
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