Sweet potatoes are nearly perfect! They are healthy, easy to prepare and super tasty. They can help with a number of medical conditions including:

1. Diabetes
2. Blood Pressure
3. Cancer
4. Digestion
5. Immunity
6. Inflammation
7. Vision Problems

Why are they so awesome?

1) They are full of vitamins including B6, C and D
Vitamin B6 helps reduce the chemical homocysteine which has been linked with degenerative diseases, including heart attacks. Vitamin C is important for immunity and has a crucial role in bone and tooth formation, digestion, and blood cell formation. It accelerates wound healing, and helps the body cope with stress. It can also protect against toxins that may be linked to cancer. Vitamin D plays a critical role in immunity and helps to build healthy bones, heart, nerves, skin, and teeth.

2) Sweet potatoes are a good source of iron, magnesium and potassium
Iron is needed to maintain enegry levels, for red and white blood cell production, and the metabolization of protein. Magnesium is necessary for healthy artery, blood, bone, heart, muscle, and nerve function. Potassium helps regulate heartbeat and nerve signals, regulate blood pressure, relax muscle contractions, reduce swelling, and protect and control the activity of the kidneys.

3) Sweet potatoes do not cause blood sugar spikes
Sweet potatoes are low on the glycemic index scale, and recent research suggests they may reduce episodes of low blood sugar and insulin resistance in dogs with diabetes. They are naturally sweet-tasting but their natural sugars are slowly released into the bloodstream, helping to ensure a balanced and regular source of energy.

4) Sweet potatoes help prevent cancer
They are high in beta carotene and other carotenoids, which is the precursor to vitamin A in your body. Carotenoids help strengthen eyesight and boost immunity. They are also powerful antioxidants that help ward off cancer.

5) They are high in Fibre
This high fibre content helps prevent constipation and promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract.

6) Sweet potatoes contain Choline
Choline is a very important nutrient that helps with sleep, muscle movement, learning and memory. It also helps maintain the structure of cellular membranes, aids in the transmission of nerve impulses, assists in the absorption of fat and reduces chronic inflammation.

7) Sweet potatoes contain potent Anti-oxidants
These can aid in healing and cancer prevention and also have anti-inflammatory effects.

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