Description
Yellow Sweet Potato
Sweet potatoes are tuber vegetables that provide energy to the body due to their high carbohydrate content, in addition to being rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals, which guarantees several health benefits.
Benefits of sweet potatoes
- Glycemic regulation: Soluble fiber delays the absorption of sugars, giving sweet potatoes a lower Glycemic Index (GI) than regular potatoes, which allows for greater regulation of blood sugar levels;
- Weight loss/regulation: Due to its lower GI, the feeling of prolonged satiety it provides and the sweet flavor that can replace the consumption of sweets;
- Sports nutrition: Sweet potatoes are widely consumed by athletes due to their slow release of blood sugar;
- Versatility: It can be prepared in a variety of ways: boiled, baked, mashed, fried, as an alternative to potatoes in the main dish, rice, pasta, etc. It can also be used to make soup bases.
Nutritional Declaration
(Per 100g):
- Energy 360 kj 86 kcal;
- Lipids 0.05g;
- Saturated Fats 0.018g;
- Monounsaturated Lipids 0.001g;
- Polyunsaturated Lipids 0.014g;
- Carbohydrates 20.12g;
- Sugar 4.18g;
- Fibers 3g;
- Proteins 1.57g;
- Salt 0.14g;
- Cholesterol l0mg;
- Potassium 337mg.
Name
Yellow sweet potato
Conditions of Conservation and/or Use
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not expose to direct sunlight.
Origin
Portugal
Credits: RotaSaude
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