High cholesterol: Regularly eating mashed potato may increase your cholesterol levels

Mashed potatoes themselves are not unhealthy, however mashed potatoes with butter, sour cream, and milk can increase calories and may increase your risk of high cholesterol.

These all add fats to the potatoes, and trans or saturated fats are known to contribute to high cholesterol levels.

That doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy potatoes, but experts recommend baking your potato, and try using a butter alternative or some olive oil on top instead.

When making mashed potatoes, add skim milk and low- or no-fat Greek yogurt to give them a little creaminess. Use spices like oregano, pepper, or garlic for flavour.

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