Why are Potatoes considered bad?

They're great for carb loading!

 

They aren't bad at all where had you heard all that nonesense?


It's a great carb source.

 

Of the vegetables, they're the worst because of the level of starch they have.

But unless you're a pro or going to the ****ing Olympics or some ****, don't worry that much about it. Enjoy your baked potato. :good

 

They aren't bad.

 

They're preferred as far as I've heard. Starchy yes but great in moderation for the amateur

 

Because most people are idiots.

 

there a good belly filler & good for a balanced diet because there about 60% water,, :think

 

Theres your answer.
Potatoes aren't bad at all, the only reason I could think that people would say they are bad is because compared to other vegetables, they are more calorically dense.

 

Potatoes consist of simple carbs. Simple carbs are like sugars... they're digested immediately. Although it is much better to consume complex carbs simple carbs are good before a workout or right after. I wouldn't devour potatoes constantly but eat them sparingly throughout the week and balance your diet. Do eat more complex carbs such as oatmeal and whole grains as they digest much slower and help maintain energy levels with better consistency.

 

Even Mayweather eats fast food..

 

They are one of the highest GI foods you can eat, it is like eating white sugar.
Not necessarily bad, there is a time and a place for everything

 

You do understand that the glycemic index will have absolutely no relevance to most people, right?

Not to mention that the initial statement was bull**** anyway.

 

Sorry to say but you are wrong.

What you mean by "simple carbs" refers to monosaccharides. Potatoes do not consist of monosaccharides (i.e. glucose, fructose) but of starches (polysaccharides) as have been mentioned earlier here.

Whole grains, preferably organic, are a good source.