Manila, March 6 -- Potatoes are often seen as a simple side dish, but they are far more than just a source of carbohydrates. Packed with essential nutrients, they contribute to overall health, energy, and even athletic performance.

At the Potatoes USA media event held Thursday at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel in Pasay, Jo Sebastian, a registered nutritionist and dietitian, highlighted the many benefits of this versatile vegetable and its significance in Filipino cuisine.

Potatoes are an affordable, nutrient-dense vegetable that fits easily into a Filipino diet. Sebastian emphasized their key health benefits, including their high vitamin C and potassium content for immune support and heart health, their complex carbohydrates for sustained...