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Retail chains and suppliers often sell potatoes fogged with CIPC (Chlorpropham) — a sprout suppressant — under the label of “Low Sugar” or “Sugar-Free” potatoes. These potatoes may indeed have lower levels of reducing sugars, a parameter important for the potato processing industry (to avoid browning during frying), but this does not equate to lower total sugar or better health outcomes.

In fact, such potatoes are typically higher in starch and calories, making them less suitable for diabetics or health-conscious consumers. The “low sugar” tag, in this context, is misleading — it exploits a technical detail meant for processing purposes, not for nutritional benefit.

The Takeaway

Consumers deserve clarity — especially when it concerns health. It’s time for regulators and retailers to stop misleading labels and for consumers to demand scientifically backed metrics like Glycemic Index over vague claims.

If you’re watching your blood sugar, don’t fall for the “low sugar” trap. Instead, look for potatoes with proven low GI values. Because when it comes to health, facts matter more than labels.