date:Aug 28, 2012
The Minister commentedThe aim ofNational Potato Day isto bring a national focus on the potato as a key ingredient in the Irish diet, highlight the role it plays in a healthy balanced diet and to promote increased consumption.I would encourage everyone to enjoy one of the over fifteen varieties of potatoes grown in Ireland. Potatoes are healthy as they have several very strong proven health benefits: an average potato has less than 100 calories, are virtually fat freeandare high in Vitamin C and