Why the “humble” potato deserves a global celebration—Australian nutrition expert Jemma O’Hanlon explains in an exclusive Potatoes News video interview.
“G’day! It’s so nice to meet you…”
With this warm, unmistakably Australian greeting, Jemma O’Hanlon—accredited practising dietitian and nutritionist—instantly wins people over. Soon Potatoes News readers will experience her energy first-hand: in late May we will release an exclusive video interview with Jemma in the run-up to International Potato Day on 30 May. She will reveal why one of the world’s simplest crops fully merits its own international holiday and share practical, science-based advice for healthy eating.
Who is Jemma O’Hanlon?
Jemma O’Hanlon is a leading Australian dietitian, nutritionist, and the public face of this year’s national “Potato Power” campaign. Known as a champion of healthy living, she mixes hard evidence with down-to-earth enthusiasm—and she never hides her love for long macchiatos, dark chocolate, dogs, and creative cooking. Her mission: help people rediscover the nutritional power of food that is both wholesome and delicious.
Why celebrate potatoes?
International Potato Day on 30 May highlights the crop’s essential place in world food security. Potatoes rank among the top staple foods on Earth, feed more than a billion people every day, and are grown in over 100 countries. Rich in vitamins B and C, potassium and folate, potatoes also contain resistant starch—a special fibre that nourishes beneficial gut bacteria and supports immune health.
What we’ll cover in the interview
- Why potatoes are a vital contributor to global vegetable intake
- The nutritional benefits of potatoes
- Gut-health advantages and the role of resistant starch
- How potatoes fuel athletic performance
- Healthy cooking methods
- Portion sizes and serving suggestions
Expect myth-busting facts—like why cooled boiled potatoes outperform rice or pasta for lower calorie density—and tips for preparing potatoes that keep nutrients intact. Jemma will also explain how naturally potassium-rich potato mash can rival commercial sports gels for endurance athletes, and which cooking styles (think steaming, microwave, or light oven-roasting) deliver maximum flavour with minimum fat.
Join us—and send your questions!
The full video will premiere on Potatoes News just days before International Potato Day. If you have questions you’d like Jemma to answer, send them by 18 May—by WhatsApp to +7 967 712 0202 or by email to v.kovalev@potatoes.news with the subject line “EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW”. https://www.youtube.com/@POTATOESNEWS
Let’s celebrate potato power together and discover how this versatile crop can support a healthier, tastier future for all.
Resources
- Potato Power: Potatoes Australia launches national campaign to celebrate International Potato Day
https://potatoesaustralia.com.au/potato-power-potatoes-australia-launches-national-campaign-to-celebrate-international-potato/ - International Potato Day Events
https://potatoesaustralia.com.au/international-potato-day-events/
