Potato powder, instant, made up with water

Instant potato powder is a dried potato product, described here after being made up with water according to the packet directions. It mainly provides carbohydrate, with 14g per 100g of the prepared food. The same amount provides 245 kJ of energy, 1.2g of fibre and 23mg of vitamin C. These values are calculated from the ingredients.

Carbohydrate provides energy, while fibre helps support normal bowel function. Vitamin C supports normal collagen formation and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. For people watching their salt intake, the prepared product contains salt, and adding more during preparation will increase this. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.