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What is the nutritional value of white sweet potatoes?

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Is a white sweet potato good for you?

Like all sweet potatoes (such as purple and Japanese sweet potatoes), they are an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, and vitamin E. Additionally, they provide dietary fiber, potassium, copper, manganese, and iron and are low in fat and cholesterol [1].

Are white sweet potatoes healthier than regular potatoes?

Though they can both be part of a healthy diet, sweet potatoes are generally healthier than regular potatoes, partly because of their incredibly high vitamin A content. Sweet potatoes are also lower on the glycemic index, meaning that they are less likely than regular potatoes to make your blood sugar spike.

Which color sweet potato is healthiest?

Sweet Potatoes and Health Sweet potatoes with orange flesh are richest in beta-carotene. Sweet potatoes with purple flesh are richer in anthocyanins. Beta-carotene and anthocyanins are naturally occurring plant “phyto” chemicals that give vegetables their bright colors.

What is the difference between white sweet potatoes and yellow sweet potatoes?

One of the main differences that can be seen is in the sweetness. The white potato is considered to be sweeter than the orange sweet potato. Another difference can be seen in presence of beta-carotene, which helps in producing Vitamin A in the body.

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