Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber, complex carbohydrates, and various micronutrients like potassium. Sweet potatoes are also a staple food in Okinawa, Japan, one of the world’s longest-lived populations, where people traditionally consumed purple and orange sweet potatoes daily.
NIH study suggests that sweet potatoes are rich in bioactive compounds such as beta-carotene, anthocyanins, flavonoids, and phenolic acids, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Tips:
Enjoy baked, steamed, roasted, or mashed, avoid deep frying
Choose purple or orange varieties for the highest antioxidants
Pair with healthy fats to boost carotenoid absorption