What are the nutritional advantages of the potato?

Answer 1

Nutritionally, the potato is high in carbohydrates and a good source of protein, vitamin C, the B vitamins, potassium, phosphorus, and iron. Most of the minerals and protein are concentrated in a thin layer beneath the skin, and the skin itself is a source of food fiber; health authorities therefore recommend cooking and eating it unpeeled.

Answer 2

Economically potatoes are a main foodstuff for millions and millions of people. Going back some hundreds of years, a potato famine killed millions of people in Europe. One could suggest that a massive potato famine could raise the price of other food goods such as things derived from potatoes, carrots, wheat, rice, etc etc.

Answer 3

Studies indicate that potatoes rank with other glycemic foods: potatoes raise a person's blood sugar as much as sugar does.