Sweet Potato Health: Glycemic Index, Diets & Kidney Risks

Sweet potatoes are a complex carb staple, but are they safe for renal diets? Compare the nutritional value of purple sweet potatoes and yams, and learn if this root vegetable helps with bloating or lowering cholesterol.

How to Prepare Sweet Potato Leaves for Optimum Nutrition

Published Aug,23 2011 | By Kristin Dorman

Prepare sweet potato leaves by boiling, steaming or stir-frying to preserve nutrients. While cooking vegetables leads to slight nutrient losses, heat also helps activate some plant enzymes, vitamins and antioxidants.