Potatoes contain a good amount of carbs and fiber, as well as vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium and manganese. Calories: 168. Fat: 0 grams. Protein: 5 grams. Carbs: 37 grams. Fiber: 4 grams. Sodium: 24 milligrams. Vitamin C: 37% of the RDI. Vitamin B6: 31% of the RDI.
Is potato a carbohydrate or protein?
Potatoes make up 30% of the vegetables the average U.S. adult eats in a year. Their skin makes them rich in fiber, they're low in calories, and they have important nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin B6. They're also chock full of starch, which is a carbohydrate.
Where are the nutrients in a potato?
While the skin does contain approximately half of the total dietary fiber, the majority (> 50%) of the nutrients are found within the potato itself. The only nutrient significantly lost when the skin is removed is fiber. Potassium and vitamin C are found predominantly in the flesh of the potato.
Are potatoes a source of protein?
Potatoes contain a small amount of protein: about 3 g in a boiled medium portion of 180 g (see Table 1). Although this is less than 10% of the daily adult requirement, potatoes are a good source of the amino acids lysine and tryptophan and combined with milk or eggs make for a high quality protein food.
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