02/02/2023
With potatoes, you get the energy, potassium, and vitamin C you need to fuel you. Potatoes are more energy-packed than any other popular vegetable. Potatoes are also fat-free, gluten-free, plant-based, affordable, and a quality carbohydrate. They are cholesterol-free and sodium-free, with only 110 calories per 5.3oz serving.
Myths:
Starchy foods don't contain many nutrients
All of a potato's nutrients are in its skin
Potatoes are empty calories
Only fresh produce is good for you
Sweet potatoes are more nutritious than white potatoes
Facts:
Potatoes are a nutrient-dense vegetable
The majority of a potatoes valuable potassium and vitamin C is found in the flesh
Potatoes contain carbohydrates to fuel, 2 grams of fiber, and 3 grams of plant-based protein
Fresh, frozen, and dehydrated potatoes are all optimal vegetable choices that contain nutrients
Both white potatoes and sweet potatoes are nutrient-dense vegetables
Saturated Fat 0 grams 0% DV
Trans Fat 0 grams 0% DV
Cholesterol 0 milligrams 0% DV
Sodium 0 milligrams 0% DV
Total Carbohydrate 26 grams 9% DV
Dietary Fiber 2 grams 7% DV
Total Sugars 1 gram
Protein 3 grams
Vitamin D 0mcg 0% DV
Calcium 20mg 2% DV
Iron 1.1mg 6% DV
Potassium 620mg 15% DV
Vitamin C 27mg 30% DV
Vitamin B6 0.2MG 10% DV
