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Overview

I have been on the potato bandwagon in recent weeks, so I figured it would be good to wrap up the spud articles with a friendly competition to the death between white potatoes and sweet potatoes. Who is the mightiest spud of all? Let’s find out.

Potatoes Vs Sweet Potatoes

A medium baked potato contains more calories overall than a medium baked sweet potato, due to the higher carbohydrate and protein content.

Sweet potatoes contain almost four times as much sugar than white potatoes, but despite this, both kinds of potatoes can be good for managing diabetes because the sugar content comes from starch and is, therefore, slow-releasing, which helps prevent spikes in blood sugar levels.

Sweet potatoes contain an overwhelmingly high amount of vitamin A, but apart from that, the two are roughly equivalent overall in terms of vitamin distribution.

Both kinds of potatoes contain a myriad of antioxidants to defend the body against free radicals and cancerous cells, and both contain stress-relieving chemicals that can help prevent anxiety and boost mood.

Conclusion

Both potatoes if eaten in moderation and cooked in a healthy manner such as boiling or baking, are going to do you a lot of good. Overall they are both healthy choices, and it really comes down to personal preference. If you have a sweet tooth, then you may be partial towards sweet potatoes. If you want more protein, go for white potatoes.

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