Nutrition Facts Sweet Potatoes
Orange-fleshed sweet potato provides carbohydrate that can contribute to restoring muscle glycogen after exercise, together with fiber, potassium, vitamin C, and beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A. Choose firm, smooth roots without soft spots, cracks, or sprouts. Store them in a dry, dark, well-ventilated place around 55–60°F/13–16°C rather than in the refrigerator; chilling can harden the center and create off flavors.
Nutrition for 100 g
| Calories | 79 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 1.58 g |
| Total Fat | 0.38 g |
| Carbohydrates | 17.33 g |
| Fiber | 4.44 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.06 g |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
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Interesting fact
Cooking and a little fat can improve beta-carotene access
Beta-carotene is fat-soluble and locked inside the plant matrix. Cooking softens that matrix, while a modest amount of dietary fat helps form the micelles needed for absorption. Cooking methods can also destroy some carotenoid, so the useful principle is cooked sweet potato with a small amount of fat—not that frying is automatically healthiest.
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These nutrition values are provided for educational purposes only and are not medical advice. Values may vary depending on brand, preparation method, and serving size.