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Calories in Potato
Note: Food Serving Size is As Stated
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Potatoes
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Calories
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Potato, raw, 3oz
Potato, raw, 5oz
Potato, raw, 8oz
Potato, baked, with skin, 8oz
Potato, roasted, with fat, 5oz
French Fries, home-cooked, 4oz
French Fries, McDonald's large-size
French Fries, McDonald's super-size
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65
105
175
250
260
350
450
540
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Potatoes: Calorie Intake and Weight Management
The calorie-content of Potatoes is moderate.
So if you are interested in following a calorie-controlled diet in order
to normalize your body weight, regular consumption of Potatoes is okay.
Also, remember that increased calorie expenditure balances increased intake,
and helps maintain an efficient metabolism.
Calorie Counting Has Limits
Although it's important to know the calorific
values of foods like Potatoes, in order to be aware which ones are especially
calorie-dense, the nutritional value of food is also important. Some carbohydrate
foods and essential fats may be higher in calories but even so are very
important for your health and weight.
Please Note: Calorie values for Potato are
approximate only.
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