Ask A Nutrition Professional: Is Sweet Potato Healthy?

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Expert opinion from Livia Dickson Chen

PhD in Nutrition · 11 years of experience · Brazil

Sweet potato when prepared in the right way, I mean not frying and adding fat, it is healthy and its consumption is encouraged. It is a source of soluble fibers that assist in intestinal health and disease prevention. In addition, it has bioactive compounds that are important for immunity and in the control of oxidative stress.

Expert opinion from Mantwa Radebe

Master of Science (MSc) In Nutrition · 12 years of experience · South Africa

Sweet potato is full vitamins and minerals. It is a great source of fiber and antioxidants which helps to protect the body from free radicals which can damage body cells. The fiber content helps with gut and heart health. So yes sweet potatoes are healthy when they are not taken in larger quantities.

Expert opinion from Mariana Brkic

Bachelor in Nutrition · 10 years of experience · Argentina

Sweet potato are a perfect addition to the diet it provides energy, vitamin C and carotenes which converts to vitamin A, vitamin than plays a crucial role in vision and eye health.

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