Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant that protects your body from inflammatory free radicals.  Plus, they offer more than 700% of the daily value of vitamin A per serving & are a good source of vitamins C & B6.  Sweet potatoes also help regulate blood sugar levels. Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of potassium & fiber as well as carotenoids, the plant pigments behind the red, yellow, & orange hues in some fruits & vegetables. Carotenoids provide antioxidant & immune system benefits & may protect against cardiovascular disease.  Additionally, some carotenoids are converted in the body to vitamin A in the form of retinal.