Sweet Potato  Health  benefits  

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  Stomach Ulcer  

If you are suffering with stomach ulcers, go for sweet potato  as soon as possible. The vitamin C, beta-carotene, B vitamins potassium, and calcium alleviate the ulcers.

They are rich in dietary fibres, which keeps the digestive tract clean and induces healthy elimination and digestion.

  Inflammation 

Sweet potatoes also have anti-inflammatory properties. This is due to the presence of beta-carotene, vitamin-C and magnesium. 

 Sweet potatoes are effective for curing congestion of the nose, bronchi and lungs, thereby giving relief from asthma. 

   Arthritis  

Beta-carotene, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin-B complex make sweet potatoes a hugely important food source for managing arthritis. The water where sweet potatoes are boiled can also be applied externally on joints to ease the associated pain of arthritis.

   Digestion  

The fiber content of sweet potatoes is higher than that of common potatoes and they taste good too! Sweet potatoes are easy to digest as well, since they mainly contain starch. They are soothing for the stomach and intestines, so you will avoid any difficulties of passing or digesting them.

   Diabetes   

Contrary to popular belief, sweet potatoes are beneficial for diabetics. Amazingly, they are very effective in regulating blood sugar levels by helping the proper secretion and function of insulin. The sweet potatoes can replace rice or carbohydrate intake as a healthier option.

The fiber or roughage present in sweet potatoes helps the body retain water. This maintains water balance in the body, keeping your hydrated and your cells functioning efficiently.

   Gain weight  

Sweet potatoes contain very good amounts of complex starch, along with healthy vitamins, minerals and some proteins. Moreover, they are very easy to digest.Thus, they provide a lot of energy and are excellent bulk builders for people looking to gain weight.

   Other Benefits  

They are effective for helping people quit addictions like smoking and drinking. They are good for the health of the arteries and veins, as they protect  walls against hardening. 

The high concentration of beta carotene and phosphorus are excellent for ocular and cardiac health. So, go out and grab a sweet potato for your next meal; 

They are delicious and nutritious. Yum! Yum! Yam!