Sweet Potatoes: Medical Miracle
Sweet Potatoes are an
incredibly nutritious food
that are packed with
antioxidants like beta
carotene, vitamins C, E and;
D, and minerals such as
manganese and iron.
They are also high in
potassium which helps to
lower blood pressure by
removing excess sodium and
regulating fluid balance in
the body. Sweet potatoes are an excellent anti-stress food and are known to help
relax muscles, steady nerves, and balance cognitive function. They are also one
of the best anti-cancer foods and can particularly help to prevent breast, colon,
lung, skin, and oral cancers.
Sweet potatoes are known for being easy to digest and are very good for ulcers,
inflamed colons, digestive disorders, and constipation. Sweet potatoes contain
compounds called phytochelatins that can bind to heavy metals such as lead,
mercury, copper, & cadmium and safely remove them through the body.
Mothers have even given children who have accidentally swallowed a metallic
object such as a coin, plenty of sweet potato so that it will stick to the object and
allow it to pass through easier. The health benefits of sweet potatoes are the most
bioavailable when eaten raw, steamed, or baked.
Try making a simple fat-free sweet potato soup by steaming sweet potatoes until
soft and then placing in a blender or food processor and blend until creamy
smooth. Spices such as cloves, cinnamon, ginger, chili pepper, or curry can be
added for a flavor and nutritional boost.
Baked sweet potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator and later sliced over a
fresh green salad for a hearty lunch or dinner.
Sweet potatoes are also delicious mashed with a drizzle of olive oil, coconut
butter, or avocado.
Sweet potatoes are a comforting, satisfying, and very healing food, consider
finding more ways to include them into your diet.
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