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Reasons Why Sweet Potatoes Are Good For Diabetes Patients!
Monday, April 1, 2019 IST
Reasons Why Sweet Potatoes Are Good For Diabetes Patients!

Sweet potatoes are very similar to the regular potatoes, but they also show certain differences in terms of taste, sweetness, family, and appearance.

 
 

The most common sweet potatoes are the ones in white cream and yellow-orange color, and in some countries, like Japan, they can have a purple flesh.
 
Sweet potatoes are loaded with antioxidants and nutrients and offer countless health benefits.
 
Therefore, we give you 10 reasons to start consuming sweet potatoes and solve your health problems:
 
1.Sweet potatoes regulate blood sugar levels and control insulin resistance, so they are excellent in the case of diabetes.
 
2. The high fiber content ensures a healthy digestion and detoxification.
 
3. Sweet potatoes also rich in beta-carotene which acts as an antioxidant and prevents conditions like gout, asthma, and arthritis. It prevents breast cancer and protects the lungs from damage.
 
4. The broth water from the boiled sweet potatoes can soothe skin irritations, treat skin impurities, and cleanse the pores.
 
5. They are high in vitamin A, which supports the regeneration of the respiratory system, especially in smokers.
 
6. Sweet potatoes are high in Vitamin C, which is essential for numerous processes in the body.
 

 
 

7. Sweet potatoes contain potassium which reduces the effects of sodium and supports heart health. It also regulates blood pressure and balances the electrolytes.
 
8. They are rich in vitamin D which energizes the body and strengthens the skin, heart, bones, and teeth.
 
9. They are rich in folic acid which is essential for the fetal development.
 
10. Potassium in sweet potatoes improves the health of the muscles and tissues. It reduces swellings and cramps, soothes the muscles, and regulates the heartbeat.

 
 
 
 
 

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Shibu Chandran
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Serving political interests in another person's illness is the lowest form of human value. A 70+ y old lady has cancer.

November 28, 2016 05:00 IST
Shibu Chandran
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Serving political interests in another person's illness is the lowest form of human value. A 70+ y old lady has cancer.

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Shibu Chandran
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Serving political interests in another person's illness is the lowest form of human value. A 70+ y old lady has cancer.

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