10 Interesting Fact About Sweet Potatoes

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• Sweet potato tubers were first discovered in South America about 5,000 years ago.
• Sweet potatoes are included in the family of tubers that are the same as sweet potatoes and cassava.
• The color of sweet potatoes varies from white, yellow, orange, to purple.
• Sweet potatoes contain more vitamin A than carrots.
• Sweet taste Sweet potatoes come from the natural sugar content found in the tubers.
• Sweet potatoes contain high fiber, so that it can help digestion and maintain intestinal health.
• Sweet potatoes also contain vitamin C and E which are good for skin health and strengthen the immune system.
• Sweet potatoes can also be processed into a variety of foods, such as cakes, bread, and even ice cream.
• There are more than 400 types of sweet potatoes known throughout the world.
• In Indonesia, sweet potatoes are often used as food ingredients in traditional cake dishes such as klepon and onde-onde.