Potatoes can play a role in this common sense approach to eating healthy. The following health and nutrient claims have been approved by the FDA for labeling of raw potatoes. Potatoes are high in Vitamin C and potassium and are a good source of Vitamin B6 and dietary fiber. Low fat diets rich in fiber-containing grain products, fruits, and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of cancer, a disease associated with many factors. Diets low in sodium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure, a disease associated with many factors.
Potatoes are the most important vegetable crop grown in New York state.
They are perfect for dishes like salads, soups, stews or scalloped potatoes. They are a great choice for baking and mashing. NY's tablestock growers concentrate primarily on bringing consumers round white and red varieties of the high quality. The average American eats 138 pounds of potatoes a year. That is almost 365 potatoes per person, or a spud a day.