Sweet Potato

Also known as: Shakarkandi

VegetablePan-India

PCOS

Yes, with changes

Yes, but not as it is usually made. Sweet Potato works with PCOS once you change how it is put together. Lower GI than potato and far higher in fibre and beta carotene. Boiled or roasted, not fried into chips.

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Type 2 Diabetes

Yes, with changes

Yes, but not as it is usually made. Sweet Potato works with diabetes once you change how it is put together. Lower GI than potato and far higher in fibre and beta carotene. Boiled or roasted, not fried into chips.

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Nutrition facts

Glycemic index and serving for Sweet Potato
Glycemic index≈ 63 (Medium)
Typical serving1 medium (150 g)
Glycemic load≈ 19 per serving (Medium)

Sweet Potato and your condition

PCOS / PCOD

Yes, with changes

Yes, but not as it is usually made. Sweet Potato works with PCOS once you change how it is put together. Lower GI than potato and far higher in fibre and beta carotene. Boiled or roasted, not fried into chips.

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Type 2 Diabetes

Yes, with changes

Yes, but not as it is usually made. Sweet Potato works with diabetes once you change how it is put together. Lower GI than potato and far higher in fibre and beta carotene. Boiled or roasted, not fried into chips.

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Medical disclaimer

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