Camote is the world’s healthiest food! (Salamat gid sang camote!) An energy food because of high carbohydrate contents. It can replace rice in diet.The sweet potato is an excellent source of provitamin A, which is vital for healthy tissue and night vision.It is also an excellent source of potassium.It contains vitamin B9 (or folic acid). Sweet potatoes are richer in starch than potatoes (up to 18% depending on the variety), but it also contains the same quantity of carbohydrates. ►Camote is good for diabetics. It helps stabilize blood sugar levels by increasing adiponectin, an important factor of insulin metabolism. It has moderate glycemic index of 50. ►High in dietary fiber and low fat content. Good for the heart and tummy. Fibers help reduce bad cholesterol and ease bowel movement. ►The deep colored yellow camote contains lutein and beta carotene. Antioxidants to prevent rapid aging and maintain good eyesight. Eat yellow camote instead of taking eye supplement. ►Camote have lots of essential minerals and vitamins. Manganese, copper, potassium, iron, Vitamin – E, C, B6, B2, and A. Its like a combination of rice and vegetables in a single package. ►Camote is an effective detoxifying agent. It adsorb heavy metals and take it out of the system. Metals such as lead, arsenic and mercury accumulate in our body due to consumption of commercially processed foods.
Posted on: Fri, 05 Dec 2014 03:44:42 +0000
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