Sweet potatoes are known to taste sweet and delicious. But, did you know that these complex starches are also packed full of amazing health benefits?
These benefits include:
- Great source of fiber, vitamins and minerals, and rich in antioxidants
- They promote gut health – contain both soluble and insoluble fiber (complex carb = good kind)
- May have cancer-fighting properties (lowers risk of colon cancer)
- They are incredibly rich in beta carotene, the antioxidant that supports healthy vision (converted to Vitamin A in your body)
- May help to improve brain function
There are so many different ways to enjoy sweet potatoes – baked, roasted, mashed, sweet potato fries, etc.