How many carbs are in a Potato, Baked with Skin?
A 1 medium (173g) serving of Potato, Baked with Skin contains 36.6g of total carbs (32.8g net carbs), 1.7g sugar, 161 calories, 4.3g protein, 0.2g fat and 3.8g fiber.
- Calories
- 161 cal
- Carbohydrates
- 36.6 g
- of which Sugars
- 1.7 g
- Fiber
- 3.8 g
- Net carbs
- 32.8 g
- Protein
- 4.3 g
- Fat
- 0.2 g
Potato, Baked with Skin nutrition at a glance
Per 1 medium (173g), Potato, Baked with Skin delivers about 8% of a 2,000-calorie daily reference, 13% of the 275g daily carbohydrate reference and 14% of the 28g daily fiber reference. Sugar sits at 3% of the 50g added-sugar reference and protein contributes 9% of the 50g protein reference.
- Calories
- 93
- Carbs
- 21.2 g
- Sugar
- 1 g
- Protein
- 2.5 g
- Fat
- 0.1 g
- Fiber
- 2.2 g
Blood-sugar impact of Potato, Baked with Skin
The fiber content slows glucose absorption, so the real glycemic impact is lower than the raw carb count suggests. A good option for steady energy.
With 36.6g total carbs and 3.8g fiber, the net-carb figure for a 1 medium (173g) serving works out to roughly 32.8g — this is the number most keto and low-carb tracking apps use. If you're managing type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes or reactive hypoglycemia, use total carbs for insulin dosing calculations and treat net carbs as a rough guide for meal planning.
Ways to eat Potato, Baked with Skin
- Treat potato, baked with skin as your main carb source for the meal — skip additional bread, rice or pasta on the side.
- Split a full serving of potato, baked with skin into two smaller portions to keep post-meal glucose steadier.
- Pair potato, baked with skin with 20–30g of protein and some healthy fat to flatten the blood-sugar response.
Frequently asked questions
Is Potato, Baked with Skin keto-friendly?
Not really. 32.8g net carbs per 1 medium (173g) exceeds a full-day keto allowance for most people. It's a much better fit for a low-carb (100–150g/day) or balanced plan.
How many carbs in Potato, Baked with Skin per 100 grams?
About 21.2g of carbs, 1g sugar and 93 calories per 100g of Potato, Baked with Skin.
How does Potato, Baked with Skin affect blood sugar?
The fiber content slows glucose absorption, so the real glycemic impact is lower than the raw carb count suggests. A good option for steady energy.
Is Potato, Baked with Skin good for weight loss?
A serving delivers 161 calories with 4.3g protein and 3.8g fiber. Foods that are relatively high in protein and fiber per calorie tend to be more filling — with a 5% combined protein-plus-fiber-to-calorie ratio, Potato, Baked with Skin is a solid pick for a satiating, weight-loss-friendly meal.
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Open scannerSources & how these numbers are calculated
Nutrition values are consensus averages compiled from the USDA FoodData Central database for a typical 1 medium (173g) serving of Potato, Baked with Skin. Actual values vary with brand, variety, ripeness and preparation — always check the label on packaged products. Daily-value percentages reference the U.S. FDA 2,000-calorie adult reference (275g carbs, 50g added sugar, 50g protein, 78g fat, 28g fiber).
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