LIFE SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -It is further recommended that carbohydrates consist mainly of starchy foods, such as potatoes, pasta, rice and bread, at about one-third of our total food intake [4]. The potato is historically a starch-rich staple food, originating over 7000 years ago in Peru as reviewed [5].

Detailed explanation-2: -Aside from being high in water when fresh, potatoes are primarily composed of carbs and contain moderate amounts of protein and fiber-but almost no fat.

Detailed explanation-3: -Potatoes also contain the second requirement for the label “good carb.” They contain fiber. The USDA Nutrient Database lists a medium-sized potato with skin on as containing 3.8 grams of fiber, which is approximately 10 percent of the recommended daily intake.

Detailed explanation-4: -What are carbohydrates? Carbohydrates are found in a wide array of both healthy and unhealthy foods-bread, beans, milk, popcorn, potatoes, cookies, spaghetti, soft drinks, corn, and cherry pie. They also come in a variety of forms. The most common and abundant forms are sugars, fibers, and starches.

Detailed explanation-5: -While these findings seem obvious, the source of protein-potatoes-is pretty unusual. One large potato, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), contains 7.5 g of protein; it’s not exactly a superfood in that area.