What are the nutritional values of potatoes? How much of each nutrient do they contain per serving size (e.g., 100 g)?
The nutritional content of potatoes can vary slightly depending on the variety and cooking method. Here are the approximate nutritional values per 100 grams of raw, uncooked potatoes:
- Calories: 77 kcal
- Water: 78 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g Dietary Fiber: 2.2 g Sugars: 0.8 g
- Fat: 0.1 g Saturated Fat: 0.02 g Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04 g
- Vitamins: Vitamin C: 19.7 mg (33% of the Daily Value, DV)Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine): 0.3 mg (16% DV)Folate (Vitamin B9): 18 mcg (5% DV)Niacin (Vitamin B3): 1.1 mg (5% DV)Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5): 0.3 mg (3% DV)Riboflavin (Vitamin B2): 0.03 mg (2% DV)Thiamine (Vitamin B1): 0.08 mg (5% DV)Vitamin K: 2.2 mcg (3% DV)
- Minerals: Potassium: 425 mg (12% DV) Phosphorus: 57 mg (6% DV) Magnesium: 23 mg (6% DV)Iron: 0.8 mg (4% DV)Manganese: 0.15 mg (7% DV)Copper: 0.1 mg (5% DV)Zinc: 0.3 mg (2% DV)Calcium: 12 mg (1% DV)Sodium: 6 mg (0% DV)
- Other Nutrients: Choline: 12.8 mg Betaine: 0.1 mg
Keep in mind that these values are for raw, uncooked potatoes. Cooking methods can influence the nutritional content, with factors such as boiling, baking, or frying affecting the final nutrient composition. Additionally, the skin of the potato contains additional fiber and nutrients, so leaving the skin on can enhance the overall nutritional value.
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