Potatoes have always been called second bread, this product is the main constituent of the diet of very many people. Thousands of recipes were invented, the basis of which is this popular vegetable, like potatoes for the excellent taste and benefit that it provides to our body.
Nutritional value of potatoes
The composition of this vegetable contains the main useful elements:
- vitamins B, C, K, E, PP;
- minerals;
- amino acids;
- alimentary fiber;
- organic acids;
- pectin;
- starch;
- cellulose, etc.
Nutritional value of potatoes:
- proteins - 2 g;
- fats - 0.4 g;
- carbohydrates - 18 g.
Fiber, mainly found in the skin of this vegetable, improves the activity of the stomach, helps purify toxins and toxins. Potatoes abound with phosphorus and potassium, and, therefore, favorably acts on the heart, on the work of the kidneys, on water metabolism, on brain activity, on the strength of our nerves, bones and teeth. Vitamin C , which in 100 g of this root crop of 25 mg, helps to strengthen immunity.
The potato's energy value, when compared with other vegetables, is quite high and amounts to 77 kcal per 100 g. The main source of energy is carbohydrates , which are mostly starch. This substance reduces cholesterol in the liver and in the blood, is an excellent enveloping agent that helps with gastrointestinal diseases.
The potato protein has half of the existing amino acids necessary for the proper functioning of the whole organism.
There are so many ways to prepare this marvelous root, for example, boiled or baked potatoes, which, due to its low caloric content and optimal nutritional value, is the ideal dish for filling the body with essential nutrients.
Nutritional value of boiled potatoes:
- proteins - 2 g;
- fats - 0.4 g;
- carbohydrates - 16,7 g;
- caloric value is 82 kcal.
Nutritional value of baked potatoes:
- proteins - 2.2 g;
- fats - 0.8 g;
- carbohydrates - 17 g;
- The calorific value is 108 kcal per 100 g.
But fried potatoes are already a more nutritious dish, not having dietary qualities, so try to use it rarely if you are trying to keep fit or have problems with digestion.
Nutritional value of fried potatoes:
- proteins - 3.5 g;
- fats - 10.3 g;
- carbohydrates - 24,7 g;
- The calorific value is 203 kcal per 100 g.