Sweet potato
Root tuber originating in the Andes, scientific name Ipomoea potatoes, of the convolvulaceae family,
Also known as land potato, island potato, jatica and jetica. It is a very nutritious food and widely used by sportsmen, diabetics, vegans and vegetarians.
Nutrition table in 100g serving:
Calories 119.0kcal
1.3g Proteins
Carbohydrates 28.2g
Lipids 28,8g
Fibers 2.7g
Vitamins and Minerals:
Vitamin A 252.0mcg
Vitamin B1 0.1mg
Vitamin B3 0.7mg
Vitamin B5 1.0mg
Vitamin B6 0.1mg
Vitamin C 16,5mg
Vitamin E 0.3mg
Calcium 21.0mg
Phosphorus 36,6mg
Manganese 0.2mg
Magnesium 16,9mg
Potassium 340.2mg
Copper 0.1ug
Zinc 0.2mg
0.4mg iron
Sodium 8.8mg
Benefits:
Energetic
Antioxidant
Antiglycemic
Helps the immune system
Intestinal regulator
Assists in collagen formation
Detoxifying
Anti-inflammatory
Improves Cholesterol Levels
Increases serotonin
Antitumor
KNOW MORE:
It is a low glycemic index carbohydrate.
Helps the body respond better to insulin because of its soluble fiber and abundance of chlorogenic acid
Should be consumed up to two hours before weight training or high impact activities.
Carbohydrates build up in muscles to prevent fatigue and fatigue.
Rich in cryptoxanthin, anthocyanin and vitamin A, which helps flush out accumulated toxins in the body.
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