Sweet Potatoes Have More Than Sweetness To Offer.

Sweet potatoes, Ipomoea batatas, are sweet starch-rich tubers that have white to yellow, purple or orange flesh.  Sweet potatoes are useful in diets because they have a lot to offer for health. It is a nutritious food with numerous health benefits.  

Sweet potatoes have the following nutrients for optimal health;

Vitamins A, B1, B5, B6, C, K, Niacin

Minerals: Potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, copper.

Low in fat.

No cholesterol.

High in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory substances like flavonoids, beta-carotene.

High in fiber.

Sweet potatoes are high in calories so they need to be consumed in moderation when used for health. They contain complex carbohydrates instead of simple sugars. So, despite being sweet,  they help to regulate blood sugar because the sugar is released slowly into the bloodstream. Consuming sweet potatoes helps in the following ways;

Improve eye sight because of the high vitamin A content.

Fight inflammation.

Control blood glucose.

Maintain energy.

Boost immune system.

Improve heart health.

Aid in cancer prevention.

Prevent digestive system issues.

Fight diseases.

Because of their numerous health benefits, it is advisable to replace yams with sweet potatoes when planning a healthy diet.  Sweet potatoes are versatile in cooking. They can be steamed, boiled, fried, baked or mashed. They are very useful for those with diabetes, digestive and heart issues.

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