What is the good effect of eating camote?

Answer 1

CAMOTE TOPS/TALBOS NG KAMOTE # Sweet potato tops are excellent sources of antioxidative compounds,

mainly polyphenolics, which may protect the human body from oxidative

stress that is associated with many diseases including cancer and

cardiovascular diseases. # Sweet potato greens have the highest content of

total polyphenolics among other commercial vegetables studied. # Sweet potatoes contain protein, dietary fiber, lipid, and essential

minerals and nutrients such as calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, sodium,

potassium, sulfur, iron, copper, zinc, manganese, aluminum and boron. # Sweet potatoes are also important sources of vitamin A, thiamin, riboflavin,

niacin and ascorbic acid."

Answer 2

Camote, also known as sweet potato, is ranked highest among vegetables in its health benefits and vitamin content. It is high in vitamins A, B6, and C, as well as Iron and Calcium. It also contains more beta carotene than carrots, which has been proven to help with eyesight. The calcium has been proven to strengthen bones. The sweet potato/camote is also beneficial for Diabetics, in helping control their blood glucose levels. Aside from the vitamins and minerals, it is also high in complex carbohydrates (good for energy) and dietary fiber (proven to fight such diseases as colon cancer).