Irish potatoes

Potatoes are a versatile root vegetable and a staple food in many households.

They are an underground tuber that grows on the roots of the Solanum tuberosum plant. 

Potatoes are packed with a variety of nutrients.

Here are 7 health and nutrition benefits of potatoes.

1. Packed With Nutrients

Potatoes are an excellent source of many vitamins and minerals.

One medium baked potato (6.1 ounces or 173 grams), including the skin, provides (2):

Calories: 161

Fat: 0.2 grams

Protein: 4.3 grams

Carbs: 36.6 grams

Fiber: 3.8 grams

Vitamin C: 28% of the RDI

Vitamin B6: 27% of the RDI

Potassium: 26% of the RDI

Manganese: 19% of the RDI

Magnesium: 12% of the RDI

Phosphorus: 12% of the RDI

Niacin: 12% of the RDI

Folate: 12% of the RDI

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