5.Better for Blood Sugar
White potatoes, the ones you normally eat baked or as french fries, rank high on the glycemic index, which measures how quickly food affects your blood sugar. Sweet potatoes rate lower. They also have more fiber — about 5 grams in a 3/4 cup serving — which slows digestion and keeps you feeling fuller longer.
6.Fabulous Fiber
If you’re trying to trim down, they’re stuffed with filling fiber. For a satisfying meal, bake them in the skin. Or serve them on the side, mashed, roasted, or chopped into a savory stew. White potatoes have their assets — both tater types are fat-free — but the sweet ones have slightly fewer calories and carbs.
