Sprouted Moong vs. Potatoes: Why One's Superfood, Other's Toxic!

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Sprouted Moong vs. Potatoes: Why One's Superfood, Other's Toxic!
- •Sprouted moong and moth beans are healthy seeds, increasing nutrients like Vitamin C and protein.
- •Potatoes are tubers; sprouting converts starch to sugar and produces toxic compounds like solanine and chaconine.
- •Green patches on potatoes indicate solanine, which can cause stomach issues, vomiting, and food poisoning.
- •Discard soft potatoes with large sprouts; for firm potatoes with small sprouts, deeply cut off the affected part.
- •Store potatoes away from onions in a dark, cool place to prevent premature sprouting.
Why It Matters: Sprouted legumes are beneficial, but sprouted potatoes are toxic due to solanine; handle with care.
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