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May 2025
31m 28s

Can Potatoes Help You Lose Weight? The T...

SUSIE BURRELL & LEANNE WARD
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Can potatoes actually help with fat loss? This week, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell reveal the latest potato science, unpack what ultra-processed foods really are, and share smarter food swaps your whole family will love. 
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