Orange Sweet Potatoes(per kg)

Description

Origin

• Native to Central and South America.

• Widely grown in Africa, Asia, USA, and the Caribbean.

Other Names

• Yoruba: Odunkun pupa

• Igbo: Ji nwaanyi / Nduku

• Hausa: Dankalin mai daɗi (orange variety)

• Other: Beauregard, Jewel (popular varieties)

Health Benefits

• Supports eye health (rich in beta-carotene → converts to vitamin A).

• Boosts immune system.

• High in fibre → good for digestion.

• Stabilizes blood sugar due to slow-release carbs.

• Promotes healthy skin.

Nutritional Information (per 100g cooked)

• Calories: ~86

• Carbs: 20g

• Fibre: 3g

• Vitamin A: 283% DV

• Vitamin C: 3% DV

• Potassium: 337mg

Fun Facts

• The orange color comes from beta-carotene — also found in carrots.

• NASA once selected sweet potatoes as a top food for long-term space missions.