Sweet Potato

A study by the Center for Science in the Public Interest ranked the sweet potato is as the #1 most nutritional vegetable.  Sweet potato is high in vitamins A and C – two nutrients with well-documented anti-cancer effects.  It is also a good source of vitamin E, iron, potassium and vitamin B6.  Sweet potatoes promote a healthy digestive system because they contain a substantial amount of fiber. 

Health Benefits
  • High antioxidant power of vitamins A and C and cartenoids.   The bright orange color in sweet potatoes denotes large quantities of beta carotene, essential for vision, promoting bone and tooth growth, maintaining healthy.  The US Department of Agriculture and the National Cancer Institute recommend diets for humans that provide 6 mg of beta-carotene (a cartenoid) daily.

  • Antioxidants may protect against cancer.  Vitamins A, C and E as well as cartenoids have well-documented anti-cancer benefits.

  • Lowers cardiovascular risk.   Fiber and vitamin C has been shown in research to raise good cholesterol and lower bad cholesterol, lowering the risk of heart disease. 






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