Sweet potatoes are not only delicious—they’re powerful natural remedies for a wide range of health issues. From improving digestion to nourishing the blood and skin, here’s what you need to know about this humble root.
Raw vs. Cooked: The Difference
Raw Sweet Potatoes:
Detoxify the blood
Chewed pulp can relieve mouth ulcers (especially white sweet potatoes)
Cooked Sweet Potatoes:
Nourish the blood
Boiled: relieve constipation
Baked: soothe alcohol-related diarrhea
Color Matters: White vs. Red Sweet Potatoes
White-Skinned Sweet Potatoes:
Improve skin texture
Ideal for rough or dry skin
Anti-inflammatory and promote regeneration
Red-Skinned, Red-Fleshed Sweet Potatoes:
Nutrient-dense
Boost energy and blood health (like red dates)
Less prone to mold
Beauty and Skin Glow
Eating sweet potatoes helps pale complexions appear more radiant.
Contains compounds that reduce fat buildup and prevent wrinkles.
Digestive Health and Kids
Strengthen spleen and stomach function—great for children with weak digestion.
Natural solution for constipation and digestive upset.
Sweet Potato Stems & Leaves: Hidden Superfoods
Stems:
Lower blood sugar—beneficial for diabetics
Detoxify and reduce intestinal inflammation
Leaves:
Mashed and applied to skin reduce swelling, pus, and redness
Tip: Boil old stems in water to relieve stomach pain caused by bad food.
Why You Should Eat the Skin
Flesh = nourishing
Skin = detoxifying
Together, they balance yin and yang in the body
Can relieve bloating and acid reflux
⚠️ Avoid skins with black or brown spots—signs of mold!
7 Top Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes
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