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Potato Nutrition

Potato Nutrition Table

Pick up a potato and you're holding an amazingly nutrient dense food! Calories in potatoes are low, they're naturally fat-free, bursting with vitamins and minerals, contain absolutely no cholesterol and when served with their skins are a great source of fibre.

Independent nutritionists and dietary researchers recommend potatoes as the perfect base for a balanced diet. Because potatoes are packed full of nutrients for your brain and body, they can make you look, feel and even think great!

Potato Nutrition Facts click below to find out what vitamins and nutrition you get from a potato:

  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin B
  • Vitamin B6
  • Folate (Folic Acid)
  • No cholesterol
  • Potassium
  • Magnesium
  • Fibre
  • Carbohydrate
  • Copper + Zinc
  • Low in fat
  • Low in calories
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  • Potato Nutrition
  • Balance of Good Health
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  • FAQ

Children's Health

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Healthy Cooking Tips

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