vegetables

Sweet Potato

Medium
63
Glycemic Index
17
Glycemic Load
5/10
Risk Score

Sweet Potato is a very low-GI vegetable (GI is typically very low), and it generally has minimal blood sugar impact.

Why it affects your blood sugar

More fiber than white potatoes, but still starchy enough to affect glucose.

Best when

Good as a side dish with protein.

Avoid when

Marshmallow-laden preparations add sugar.

Recommended pairings

Greek yogurtButterCinnamonNuts

Nutrition per Serving

Serving size: 1 medium (130g)

Calories112
Carbohydrates26g
Protein2g
Fat0g

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