

Sweet
potato is
the richest
low-fat
source of
vitamin E.
It
contributes
to heart
health and
is a good
source of
dietary
antioxidants.
It can help
to regulate
high blood
pressure and
also helps
anaemia. It
may also
protect
against
inflammatory
conditions.
How much
sweet
potatoe
should you
eat?
An
average 200
g serving of
sweet potato
provides all
the carotene
needs of an
adult and
more than
double their
vitamin E
requirements.
| Maximising the benefits of sweet potatoe
Sweet potatoes should be stored in a cool and dark place. Like most vegetables, they should be eaten not too long after purchase, as their vitamin contents can diminish over time.
Nutritional values of sweet potatoe
| Calories |
115 |
| Carotenes |
5,140mcg |
| Fibre |
3,3g |
| Iron |
0,9mg |
| Potassium |
480mg |
| Vitamin C |
23mg |
| Vitamin E |
6mg |
| Zinc |
0,4mg |
| Carbohydrates |
21g |
| Glycaemic Index |
high |
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