Potatoes are not a high calorie food, it is the fat they are cooked in, or which is added to them, in the form of butter, cheese or sour cream that makes them high calorie. Potatoes are high in starchy carbohydrate and contain fiber as well as protein. They are also useful sources of Vitamin C and potassium.
Energy in Potatoes
One 5 ounce raw potato contains about 105 calories. One 5 ounce serving (1 cup) of French fries contains about 440 calories.
Nutrients in Potatoes
One 4 ounce boiled potato contains about 28 grams of carbohydrate, 3 grams of fiber, 3 grams of protein and almost no fat.
Vitamins in Potatoes
A boiled potato contains useful amounts of Vitamin C and folate.
Minerals in Potatoes
A boiled potato contains good amounts of potassium and useful amounts of phosphorus.
Glycemic Index (GI) Value For Potatoes
A boiled potato has a medium GI value. Mashed or baked potato has a high GI value, while French fries tend to have a low GI value.
Most Nutritious Types of Potatoes
New boiled potatoes are the healthiest type to choose as they induce the lowest glycemic reponse of any healthy potato dish.
Weight Control, Exercise and Nutrition
Some people who want to lose weight make the mistake of focusing exclusively on calorie-intake and counting calories. Although keeping track of energy intake is vital, energy expenditure is also important. So too is diet nutrition, because when we maintain a healthy body and metabolism, we burn calories faster. In short, if you want to lose weight, make sure you eat a healthy diet in order to obtain all your necessary nutrients.
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