Potato is a common food and does not have the same benefits and effects as a medicine. Eating potatoes in moderation can help to replenish nutrients and provide energy to the body to a certain extent. Potato as a food, does not have a special drug efficacy and effect, food can be eaten for the body to replenish nutrients, provide energy. Its nutritional value is relatively rich. On average, every 100 grams of potato contains 2 grams of protein, 17.2 grams of carbohydrates, 0.2 grams of fat and 0.7 grams of crude fiber, which can provide 77 kilocalories of energy for the body after consumption. In addition, the potassium content in potatoes is relatively high, with an average of about 342 mg of potassium per 100 grams of potatoes. Potatoes are also rich in trace elements and other nutrients needed by the human body. However, it should be noted that if the potatoes are sprouted, they will produce lobelia, which may cause food poisoning after consumption, therefore, sprouted potatoes should not be eaten.