Assessment of the unique nutrient contribution of white potatoes in the diet and the nutrient implications of replacing Refined and Whole Grains with Starchy Vegetables.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Potatoes are a versatile and naturally nutrient-dense vegetable that contain many nutrients, including fiber, potassium, and vitamins C and B6. The 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) considered changes to the Vegetable subgroups and potential interchangeability of Grains and Starchy Vegetables. This modeling analysis was conducted to quantify the nutrient contribution of white potatoes and Starchy Vegetables compared to Refined and Whole Grains.

Methods

The objectives from the 2025-2030 DGAC protocol "What are the implications for nutrient intakes when modifying the quantities of the Grains group within the Healthy U.S.-Dietary Pattern" were modeled using the 2025 DGAC Staple Carbohydrate Foods Food Pattern Modeling (FPM) protocol and the 2020 DGAC

SUBMITTER: Richter C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12695571 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature