Potato sprouting is a fairly common phenomenon, since this mechanism is inherent in nature.
In this way, the crop is prepared for planting, strengthening the shoots and forming the root system.
Is it possible to eat sprouted potatoes and can such food be harmful?
Let us turn to the opinion of the expert of the online publication Belnovosti and agronomist Anastasia Kovrizhnykh.
Should You Eat Sprouted Potatoes?
It's better not to do this.
- The fruit loses nutrients as it germinates.
- The potatoes will taste bitter and quickly rot.
- As the fruit germinates, it gradually accumulates harmful substances and chemical compounds, such as the organic poison solanine.
Note that the main sign of solanine accumulation is the greening of the tuber. Chlorophyll is also formed in potatoes.
When ingested, these substances can cause drowsiness, weakness, headaches, and even poisoning.
Earlier we wrote about what to do to slow down the growth of seedlings.
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
