Q. Are potato flakes nutritious?

Answer

Small amounts of vitamins can be obtained from eating instant potatoes. As per the University of Maryland Medical Center, each serving contains 344 international units of vitamin A, which is around 11% of the daily recommended consumption for men and 15% for women. Consuming instant potatoes is a good way to get extra energy throughout the day. There are 204 calories and a good balance of protein, fat, and carbs in a single cup of instant potatoes. It contains 4 grams of protein, which the body can utilise for hormone regulation and tissue repair. Also per serving, instant potatoes contribute 23 grams of carbohydrates, containing 1.7 grams of dietary fiber, a kind of carbohydrate known to reduce the risk of heart disease.