Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes

Nutrients per Serving
One sweet potato has:

Calories: 112
Fat: 0.07 grams
Carbohydrates: 26 grams
Protein: 2 grams
Fiber: 3.9 grams
Vitamins and Minerals
Just one sweet potato gives you 400% of the vitamin A you need each day. This helps keep your eyes healthy as well as your immune system, your body’s defense against germs. It’s also good for your reproductive system and organs like your heart and kidneys.

Sweet potatoes are rich in:

B vitamins
Vitamin C
Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Potassium
Thiamin
Zinc

Natural compounds called carotenoids give sweet potatoes their rich color. Carotenoids are also antioxidants, which means they have the power to protect your cells from day-to-day damage