Potato vs. sweet potato: which is healthier? – Body and Soul

Time to settle the debate once and for all. Our resident dietitian Melissa Meier explains which of our favourite starchy root vegetables are the best. In the world of spuds, sweet potatoes get the tick of approval from health-conscious eaters, while white potatoes are demonised as a far inferior choice. Turns out, however, sweet potatoes and white potatoes are on a pretty level playing field. Here’s why.
Sweet potatoes
Per 100 grams of sweet potato, you’re getting 71 calories, 1.9 grams of protein,…

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