Fun Food Facts #39:
BRIEF FACTS ABOUT SWEET POTATOES
- Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of carotenoid antioxidants
- They contain calcium, are high in vitamins A and C and contain thiamine
- Be careful: eating too many may cause abdominal swelling and indigestion
- Sweet potatoes are also high in sugar and therefore should be used sparingly
- Sweet potatoes are not related to the potato nor the yam–they are actually a member of the morning glory family
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Facts provided by: www.mercola.com
