It hasn’t been long since we learned that the immune system is a network of processes that helps our bodies fight against diseases. Before that, most doctors thought that people got sick because their moods were unbalanced.
But your immune system is precious. It’s both innate and adaptive, modifying the method of attack based on each disease that enters your body — after all, no two illnesses are alike.
And that’s what we’re here to talk about today! Building up that amazing immune system. And it all starts with the superfood we know and love: sweet potatoes.
Sweet potatoes contain 400% of your daily recommended intake of vitamin A — which works to help boost your immune system and even supports eye health.
But that’s not the only thing sweet potatoes are so great at:
1. Sweet potatoes help reduce the risk of cancer
Sweet potatoes contain antioxidants like anthocyanins that have been shown to reduce the risk of cancer.
Recommended dish: Chicken with sweet potatoes & green beans
2. Sweet potatoes are loaded with vitamins and minerals
Sweet potatoes are a great source of fiber, vitamins A, C, and B6, as well as minerals like potassium.
Recommended dish: Sloppy joe loaded sweet potato
3. Sweet potatoes are naturally sweetened
When roasted or charred, the natural sugars from the complex carbohydrates found in sweet potatoes give it an enhanced sweetness.
Recommended dish: Over easy burger with sweet potato
4. Sweet potatoes are immunity boosting!
Sweet potatoes are loaded with beta-carotene — a compound that turns into vitamin A in our bodies. This is great for supercharging your immune system!
Recommended dish: Cheesy sausage frittata
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