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Sweet potatoes are sweet, starchy root vegetables that come in a variety of sizes and colors — including orange, white, and purple. May Have Cancer-Fighting Properties,they offer various antioxidants, which may help protect against certain types of cancers. For example, Anthocyanins which is a group of antioxidants found in purple sweet potatoes ,it has been found of slowing the growth of certain types of cancer cells in test-tube studies, including those of the bladder, colon, stomach, and breast. Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene and anthocyanins, antioxidants that may help prevent vision loss and improve eye health. Animal studies have shown that sweet potatoes may improve brain health by reducing inflammation and preventing mental decline. However, it remains unknown whether they have the same effects in humans.

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