Potato Nutrition

Potato 

The term potato can refer to either the plant or the entire tuber, which is rather shapeless, in most varieties. Its scientific name is Solanum tuberosum and it is a member of the nightshade family. These vegetables are native to South America, most likely originating in the Andes across Peru and Bolivia. 

The Inca Indians are believed to be the first ones to cultivate potatoes in their region around 8000 BC to 5000 BC. It was taken out of the continent by the Spanish and the Irish in the 1500s.  Children around the world often refuse to eat vegetables but they’re more likely to choose potatoes. 

They are on almost every major continental diet in some form and they can be prepared in dozens of ways, including baked, fried, sliced, mashed, and many more.

Nutrition of Potato 

Health Benefits of Potato 

• Lower Blood Pressure
• Better Brain Health
• Promote Weight Gain
• Easy to Digest
• Prevent Heart Diseases
• Treat Diarrhea
• High in Fiber
• Skin Care
• Treat Scurvy
• Reduce Inflammation