15 Reasons Why Sweet Potatoes are Perfect

for Diabetics

Sweet potatoes are a particular type of potatoes from the same

order as regular ones with the difference that they are part of
different species and a different family. You can find sweet
potatoes in a variety of colors.

The most frequently found are the ones with white-cream and
yellow-orange color. There are also sweet potatoes with purple
flesh and they are extremely abundant in antioxidants. The most
important thing about them is that they have excellent nutritional
values.
15 Nutritious Facts
1. Sweet potatoes contain carotenoids which help in producing
Vitamin A. This vitamin regenerates the respiratory system. So,
people with respiratory problems, especially smokers should
consume sweet potatoes more often.
2. Sweet potatoes are an excellent choice for diabetics since they
contain natural sugars that decrease and stabilize the insulin
resistance in diabetics. They are also good for the regulation of the
sugar levels.
3. Sweet potatoes are rich in dietary fibers which are good for
digestion. They also prevent colon cancer and help with
constipation.

4. Vitamin D is also contained in sweet potatoes. This vitamin is

good for the teeth, heart, skin, bones, energy levels as well as for
the normal function of the thyroid gland.
5. In general there can be an improvement of the heart functioning
with the help of the potassium. This vitamin lowers the impact of
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the sodium, regulates blood pressure and makes a balance of the

electrolytes.
The sweet potato has Vitamin B6 that prevents heart attacks,
strokes and degenerative diseases.
6. Vitamin C is crucial for the entire bodys function and sweet
potatoes have abundance of it.
7. Did you know that you can use the water from the boiled
potatoes for treating your skin? Especially for irritation of the skin,
cleaning the pores and absorbing impurities.

The Vitamin C contained in the sweet potato will produce collagen

while the vitamin E will help in the improvement of the
complexion of the skin. Anthocyanins will help you in removing
wrinkles and purifying the dark circles around the eyes.
8. The potassium in the sweet potatoes is good for healthy tissues
and muscles. It also helps in reducing swelling and cramps,
provides with energy and relaxes the muscles. It also regulates
heartbeats and nerve signals.
9. Beta carotene in the sweet potato acts like an anti oxidant. It
helps with arthritis, gout and asthma, protects against lung and
breast cancer and it also reduces aging effects.
10. Since sweet potatoes are rich in folic acid, they are a great
source of folic for healthy fetal development. Pregnant women
should consume more sweet potatoes.
11. The potassium content in potatoes increases the flow of
oxygen, regulates the balance of the bodys water and normalizes
the heartbeats. The magnesium content on the other hand acts as an
anti-stress agent.
12. Sweet potatoes are also rich in iron that has a crucial role in the
producing of red and white blood cells. Thats why they help
against anemia.

13. If you suffer from painful pre-menstrual symptoms, the iron

and manganese in sweet potatoes will soothe them.
14. Having problems with damaged hair and dandruff? The betacarotene will prevent them and it will also stimulate hair growth.

15. Since sweet potatoes have an abundance of the vitamins vital

for the enzyme, protein and carbohydrate metabolism you should
consume them more often. However, you need to consult a doctor
if you have ever had oxalate urinary tract stones.
[Source: IndiaDivine.org]