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If you are a fitness enthusiast and follow wellness bloggers or nutritionists on the internet you know that sweet potato is one of the most popular food items recommended by many. Sweet potatoes are nutritious and pack many vitamins like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and manganese in each serving. Among the multiple benefits of sweet potatoes, there also lies the advantage of having anti-cancer properties and strengthening your immune system. The interesting fact about sweet potatoes is that it is not a potato but naturally sweet roots of the morning glory or bindweed family. Scientifically called Ipomoea batatas sweet potatoes are available in 100 different types. Some of them have white cream-coloured flesh while others are red, purple, brown, or even yellow. The most common type of sweet potato in the grocery market is "Covington" with pink skin and a bright orange pulp.
Sweet Potatoes are versatile and can be baked, steamed, fried, or boiled. Pair it with other vegetables and meats for a healthy fiber-rich meal. In this article, we discuss the benefits of sweet potatoes, their nutritional value, and ways in which you can include them in your diet.
Every 100 grams of sweet potato serving will provide you:
This fibrous root contains Vitamin B, Calcium, and many other essential nutrients in small quantities.
There are many advantages of sweet potatoes and we have listed down a few of them for your better understanding. Let us take a look.
Sweet potatoes are very versatile and easy to add to your diet. They can be prepared in multiple ways. Enjoy it as a snack or serve it as a side. You can consume it with or without the peel in multiple ways like baking, boiling, frying, steaming, or pan-cooked.
The natural sweet taste can be paired with different dishes and can be mixed with different seasonings. Some popular ways in which you can enjoy sweet potatoes are:
Sweet Potatoes are a versatile root and can be found all year round at your nearest grocery store. They are a healthy addition to your diet and can help you manage your weight, and heart ailments, and also strengthen your immune system all while keeping you full for longer periods. Although there are more advantages of sweet potatoes than disadvantages, one should refrain from overconsuming these roots as they contain oxalate which, when consumed in higher portions can lead to kidney stones. So, enjoy these tasty roots in accurate portions and maximize their benefits for you.
Sweet potatoes are known to be nutrient-rich along with essential antioxidants. High in beta carotene it makes for an excellent source to keep eyes, skin, heart, and gut healthy. It is a versatile sweet root that can be eaten boiled, roasted, baked, mashed, and more. Sweet potatoes can aid in overall good health and weight management.
Paired with other healthy vegetables and meats sweet potato can be an excellent source of fiber keeping you full for a longer period leading to lesser chances of you overeating or unhealthy snacking.
Sweet potatoes are overall beneficial for your health and do not have any side effects. However, they are considered to be high in a substance known as oxalates which may increase your risk of kidney stones.
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