When fall and winter roll around, hardly a week goes by that I don’t eat sweet potatoes in some form or fashion. Whether sweet potato fries or mashed sweet potatoes, I just can’t get enough of the delicious flavor and ample amounts of energy they provide.

Sweet potatoes are chock full of important vitamins and minerals that we need to keep us healthy. They have abundant amounts of Vitamins A and C , antioxidants that can help reverse free radical damage. In addition, they contain potassium, iron, fiber, and other nutrients.

Because they are complex carbohydrates, they slowly release in our system, giving us long lasting energy. Some studies show that sweet potatoes are an important ingredient in managing blood sugar levels. In fact, sweet potatoes are a great way to tame a sugar craving. As with all root vegetables, when you roast them, they naturally become sweeter. So instead of reaching for a sugary snack, a serving of sweet potato fries is a great alternative when you have an afternoon hankering.

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