Sweet potatoes

Sweet potatoes

Sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas) are a type of root vegetable that is native to the Americas. They are known for their sweet taste and high nutritional value.

Pronunciation

Sweet potatoes: /ˈswiːt pəˈteɪtoʊz/

Etymology

The term "sweet potato" comes from the Spanish word "batata". The English word "potato" was later added to distinguish it from the white potato, which is a different species.

Description

Sweet potatoes are large, starchy, sweet-tasting root vegetables. They have a thin, brown skin on the outside with coloured flesh inside – most commonly orange, but other varieties are white, purple or yellow. You can eat sweet potatoes whole or peeled, and the leaves of the plant are edible too.

Nutritional Value

Sweet potatoes are rich in fibre, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in beta-carotene, which is converted to vitamin A in the body. They also contain a good amount of vitamin C, manganese, copper, pantothenic acid, and vitamin B6. Additionally, they are a good source of dietary fibre and potassium.

Related Terms

• Beta-carotene
• Vitamin A
• Vitamin C
• Manganese
• Copper
• Pantothenic acid
• Vitamin B6
• Dietary fibre
• Potassium

See Also

• Root vegetable
• Potato
• Vegetable

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Sweet potatoes
• Wikipedia's article - Sweet potatoes

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