On Thu, 28 Sep 2000, Amadeus Schmidt wrote:

> Potatoes: they are a good source of protein and energy *and* vitamins.
> They are underground plants which is a good indication for healthy
> paleo-food.
> But they contain a toxin: solanin.

An interesting thing about solanin is that it is also present in
tomatoes and other nightshade plants.  If it is a reason for
avoiding potatoes then it is also a reason to avoid the others.

I think I have read that the solanin in potatoes is formed when
they are exposed to sunlight.  That is when they begin to turn
green.

Todd Moody
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