Superfood: Sweet Potatoes

Versatile sweet potatoes are a sweet source for good nutrition.

By: Holley Grainger, M.S., R.D., Photo: Beau Gustafson; Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine

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Superfood: Sweet Potatoes

Packed with both nutrients and a sweet flavor, sweet potatoes are one of the most versatile and healthful vegetables available. They are chock-full of disease-preventing, cancer-fighting, and immune-boosting benefits. These tubers are also good sources of the anti-inflammatory nutrients, vitamins A and C, making them an excellent food choice for those suffering from arthritis or asthma. People with diabetes may also benefit from eating this root vegetable because it ranks low on the glycemic index and has less of an effect on blood glucose levels.

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