Glycoalkaloids occur naturally in potatoes and are toxic to humans at high levels. Glycoalkaloids are concentrated in the peel and prolonged exposure of tubers to light will stimulate the formation of glycoalkaloids near the surface of the potato tuber.
Why are potato skins not good for you?
Although potato skins are both edible and nutritious, they are partly indigestible. This isn't a bad thing, and in fact it adds greatly to the potato's dietary importance. The indigestible portions of the potato's skin are made up of various types of cellulose, better known as insoluble dietary fiber.
Can you get sick from potato skins?
Can Potato Skin Make You Sick? Potato skin can make you feel sick if you have eaten a green potato. The green color of the skin and the flesh of the potato signals that the vegetable contains a high level of solanine. Solanine is a toxin that may cause headaches, fatigue, and nausea.
What part of the potato is poisonous?
The nerve toxin is produced in the green part of the potato (the leaves, the stem, and any green spots on the skin).
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