Potatoes do not contain any cholesterol (lots of carbohydrates, but not cholesterol.) During a recent class, the topic of Nicola potatoes being healthier than most others was raised. Nicola potatoes are oval shaped and have yellow skin with yellow creamy waxy flesh (perfect for gnocchi!). They contain higher levels of phenols in their peel which have strong antibacterial and antiseptic properties and have been known to slow down cancer cells. This is why they are know to be healthier.