A comprehensive portal for The Potato Hack (aka The Potato Diet) - an effective weight loss method without experiencing hunger.
PotatoHack.com is a non-commercial educational website dedicated to sharing information about the Potato Diet, a simple yet effective approach to weight loss. The site provides practical guidance, resources, and community support for those interested in trying this unique dietary approach.
The Potato Hack is a weight loss method that involves eating only plain, boiled potatoes for a specified period (typically 3-5 days). It works by:
- Filling the stomach with low-calorie, nutrient-dense food
- Creating a calorie deficit naturally without hunger
- Teaching the brain to feel satisfied without complex flavors
- Reducing the likelihood of weight regain compared to restrictive diets
- Getting Started Guide: Step-by-step instructions for beginning the Potato Hack
- Resource Library: Curated articles, podcasts, and news stories about the Potato Diet
- Book Information: Details about "The Potato Hack: Weight Loss Simplified" by Tim Steele
- Responsive Design: Mobile-friendly interface using Bootstrap 5
- Clean UI: Modern, accessible design with smooth navigation
├── index.html # Main website page
├── v1.html # Alternative/legacy version
├── 404.html # Custom 404 error page
├── style.css # Custom styling
├── assets/ # Images and graphics
│ ├── potato-*.jpg # Potato illustrations
│ └── potato-*.png # Additional graphics
├── favicon files # Site icons
├── sitemap.xml # SEO sitemap
├── robots.txt # Search engine directives
└── netlify.toml # Netlify deployment config
- HTML5: Semantic markup
- CSS3: Custom styling with CSS variables
- Bootstrap 5.3.6: Responsive framework
- JavaScript: Interactive navigation and accordions
- Netlify: Hosting and deployment
The custom potato illustrations featured throughout the site were designed by vanvan98 on Fiverr specifically for PotatoHack.com.
To run this project locally:
- Clone the repository
- Open
index.htmlin a web browser, or - Use a local development server (e.g., Live Server in VS Code)
The site is static HTML/CSS/JS with no build process required.
This is a hobby project maintained in the spirit of the early web. While the code is open source, the primary goal is educational rather than collaborative development.
- Live Site: https://potatohack.com
- GitHub Repository: https://github.com/digitalcolony/potatohack.com
PotatoHack.com is maintained by Michael Allen Smith, a successful potato hacker who has used this method for sustainable weight management.
This website is for educational purposes only. Always consult with healthcare professionals before making significant dietary changes.
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.
"The best way to support PotatoHack.com is to use the Potato Diet to get lean and then send your friends here when they ask your secret."