A panoramic review on phytochemistry, pharmacological potential, health benefits, and versatility of Solanum tuberosum L.

Abstract

The potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) belongs to the family Solanaceae and is one of most versatile crops, vital components of the human diet in numerous countries. It is regarded as one of the most promising crops for reducing world hunger and poverty. It is one of the foremost non-grain crops in the world, being a cost-effective and easily accessible food with several health benefits. The entire plant including peel, tuber, and leaves are used in traditional medicine. Potatoes are high in carbohydrates, lipids, phenolic acids, anthocyanins, carotenoids, proteins, flavonoids, vitamins, potassium, phosphorus, copper, and fiber. The purpose of this review study was to present up-to-date information on novel metabolites discovered in potatoes that play a role in preventing illness and improve human well-being. We attempted to assemble data on the variety of pharmacological activity including antioxidant, anti-diabetic, antihypertensive, anticancer, antiobesity and anti-inflammatory properties of potatoes, as well as their function in enhancing gut health and satiety. In-vitroinvestigations, human cell culture, experimental animal studies have revealed that potatoes have a variety of health-promoting qualities. The observations and recommendations presented here are scientifically interesting for food chemistry, pharmacology, nanotechnology, and toxicology. These may also contribute to enhance nutrition, food safety, and human health.