Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. The period from mid- to late August, following “Malbok,” one of Korea’s three traditional hottest days of summer, is a good time to enjoy fresh summer potatoes, which are known for their flavor and nutritional value. There is no particular medical basis for the saying that “you should eat potatoes after Malbok.” Rather, it can be understood as a reminder to use seasonal potatoes as the weather begins to cool and to return to a more balanced diet after the heat of summer. Potatoes are available year-round, but freshly harvested potatoes from now through October can be particularly delicious, even when simply boiled. Here are some tips for enjoying potatoes while making the most of their nutritional benefits, based on information from health and medical sources including the U.S. health website WebMD. Packed with nutrients Potatoes are sometimes nicknamed the “apple of the earth” because they are a good source of vitamin C, which supports normal immune function and helps maintain healthy skin. They also contain vitamin B6, which plays
