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 [log in to unmask]