Top Health Benefits of Eating Yam (Sweet Potatoes) this Winter

Sweet potatoes are high fibre content, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Iron and good source of magnesium. It is also great source of potassium and natural sugars makes it a perfect food to have in winter season.

In winter and you'll find these sweet potatoes everywhere. Yam or sweet potatoes are an excellent and inexpensive food item to have in this Winter. They have many other health benefits. Here are few.

• Helps to prevent flu viruses and common colds.

• Heals skin disease, cure respiratory problems.

• Support female endocrine system.

• Rich source of antioxidants

• Help to prevent constipation.

• Fights against stress and helps in relaxation.

• Helps in keeping skin, heart, bones, teeth and nerves healthy.

• Boost energy and promotes proper functioning of the immune system.

• Helps accelerate wound healing, produces collagen which helps maintain skin’s youthful elasticity, and is essential to helping us cope with stress.

• As sweet potatoes contain potassium which is one of the important electrolytes that help regulate heartbeat and nerve signals.

• Protect against the effects of aging.

• Yam are versatile. As they can be roasted, pureed, steamed, baked, or grilled.