Sweet on Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes (or yams) are a root vegetable native to South America. With Thanksgiving coming up next weekend in Canada and next month in the U.S. sweet potatoes should be a healthy addition to any holiday feast. They are rich in nutrients and delicious!

Nutritional Benefits of the Sweet Potato

-High in Fiber.

-Rich in complex carbohydrates.

-High in beta carotene.

-Contains vitamin C and B6.

-May stabilize blood sugar levels and lower insulin resistance. A beneficial food for diabetes.

-A 1992 study by the Center For Science in the Public Interest (CSPI)found that the sweet potato are the most healthy vegetable, with the potato coming in second.

The sweet potato has many culinary uses. Personally I love sweet potato fries.

Other ideas Include:

-Baked whole. Make it loaded with low fat sour cream, salsa, low fat cheddar and chives.

-Boiled. Have them as a side, cut or mashed.

-As a treat bake a sweet potato, add margarine and a little brown sugar

-A yummy holiday dessert is sweet potato pie. Try it with a whole grain crust.

-They can also be prepared roasted or steamed.

Sweet potatoes are an important vegetable to include in your diet. They are easy to prepare and so good, you forget you are eating your vegetables!

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