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7 major benefits of eating sweet potatoes

Here are seven strong benefits you can gain from regular, moderate consumption of sweet potatoes.

  1. Weight control / lower calorie burden
    A typical ~100g serving of sweet potato may provide around ~90-100 kcal and much lower fat compared to many processed carbs. Because of fiber and slow-digested starches, they help you feel fuller. This makes them especially useful for people wanting to control weight.
    In the Vietnamese original article, sweet potato is described as “làm thực phẩm chính, có thể giảm đáng kể lượng thực ăn khác” (using it as a staple can reduce other intake).

  2. Beautiful skin & improved complexion

    The orange or red varieties of sweet potato are high in beta-carotene (pro-vitamin A) which is essential for skin health, cell renewal and immune function. Some studies point to protective effects of sweet potato antioxidants for skin and oxidative stress. ([turn0search1], [turn0search3])

  3. Regulated blood sugar & good for diabetics
    Sweet potato roots and especially the leaves have been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, help regulate blood glucose and reduce risk of metabolic disorder. ([turn0search16], [turn0search5])
    This aligns with the article’s claim: “người bị bệnh tiểu đường … sử dụng nhiều khoai lang…”

  4. Lowering high blood pressure & reducing stroke risk
    Sweet potatoes contain good amounts of potassium, which helps counteract sodium’s effect and supports vascular health. Some evidence shows diets rich in potassium-rich tubers help reduce hypertension and risk of stroke. ([turn0search7], [turn0search0])

  5. Supporting bone & joint health
    While less emphasised in some sources, sweet potato’s micronutrients, fiber and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients help maintain body systems and reduce low-grade inflammation that affects joints, bones and connective tissue.

  6. Improving digestion and gut health
    The fiber (both soluble and insoluble) in sweet potatoes supports healthy bowel movements, feeds beneficial gut bacteria and improves the intestinal barrier. ([turn0search1], [turn0search17])

  7. Oxidative stress reduction & possible anti-cancer effect
    Purple and orange sweet potatoes are rich in anthocyanins, polyphenols and carotenoids. Laboratory studies show these compounds may inhibit cancer-cell growth and reduce inflammation. ([turn0search3])

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