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Nutritional value and taboo of purple sweet potato
Tanida Meng (advocate of natural cereal food) replied:

Nutritional value of purple sweet potato

High content of selenium and zinc. The content of selenium and zinc in purple sweet potato is 3 ~ 8 times higher than that in common sweet potato, which is the key to its ranking first in anti-cancer food.

Rich in potassium and iron. Purple potato not only has the nutritional advantages of ordinary potatoes, but also is rich in micronutrients such as potassium and iron, which significantly improves its health care efficacy.

Rich in anthocyanins. The color of purple sweet potato comes from anthocyanin, which is a natural powerful free radical scavenger.

High cellulose content. Purple sweet potato has high cellulose content, which can increase the volume of feces, promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, clean up mucus, gas accumulation and corruption in intestinal cavity, discharge toxic substances and carcinogens in feces, keep defecation unobstructed, improve digestive tract environment and prevent gastrointestinal diseases.

Rich in vitamins. The tender leaves of purple sweet potato stem tip are rich in vitamins, protein, trace elements, edible fiber and soluble non-oxidizing substances. Regular consumption has the functions of losing weight, bodybuilding, fitness and cancer prevention.

The above content is answered by Tanida Meng, a natural grain food, hoping to help everyone.