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The use of sweet potato

( Update: 18/12/2017 )

High nutritional value.

Sweet potatoes include a large amount of starch, amino acids, beta carotene, vitamin C, B1 and more than 10 trace elements essential for human health such as calcium, phosphorus, zinc, iron, magnesium, sodium, potassium ... So, nutrition experts call sweet potato is one of the best nutritional balanced nutrition.

Stimulate digestion, treat constipation.

Sweet potatoes contain very little fat, no cholesterol, high fiber should work to help laxative, prevent constipation. Eating sweet potatoes at a moderate level is very beneficial for the digestive system because vitamin C and amino acids help stimulate the intestinal motility, making the process of digesting food easier.

Helps to brighten eyes.

Sweet potatoes are rich in beta carotene. A medium-sized sweet potato contains more than 200% of the daily requirement for beta carotene. Beta carotene is an important nutrient that is converted to vitamin A, beta carotene helps the immune system and eyes are always bright and healthy.

Heart protection.

Vitamin B6 and potassium in sweet potato are two very good nutrients for the heart. Vitamin B6 is an important vitamin that breaks down homocysteine ​​- an amino acid that can cause heart disease. In addition, caffeine also acts to support the metabolism of the heart, keeping the heart healthy.

Anti-inflammatory.

Pregnant mothers are more likely to develop inflammatory diseases. The reason for women's resistance during this period is reduced. At this time, sweet potatoes should be added to the diet, because sweet potatoes contain vitamin C, vitamin B6, beta carotene and manganese have anti-inflammatory properties.

Stabilize blood sugar.

Lack of blood sugar and insulin secretion are the main characteristics of diabetes. Sweet potatoes have been shown to improve symptoms in people with type 2 diabetes, as these sweeteners reduce blood glucose levels, reduce LDL cholesterol levels as well as insulin sensitivity.

Prevent cancer.

Beta carotene is the precursor of vitamin A in the body. According to Naturalnews, vitamin A maintains bright eyes and healthy skin. At the same time, beta carotene is also proven to protect the body from carcinogens. Sweet potatoes are rich in this nutrient. A conclusion from scientists from WHEL (Women's Healthy Eating and Living) found that women with the highest carotene levels had the lowest risk of recurrence of breast cancer.

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