3 benefits of eating sweet potatoes and boiled corn for breakfast

Thanh Hương (Theo Healthline) |

Maintaining breakfast with sweet potatoes and boiled corn will bring a lot of nutrition, helping to start a new day full of energy.

Eating sweet potatoes and boiled corn every morning will bring many good benefits to the body such as providing adequate fiber and vitamins.

According to some studies, eating sweet potatoes and boiled corn not only helps you feel full longer but also supports the digestive system well and provides a source of energy to start the day.

Maintaining blood sugar, good for the digestive system

Breakfast with sweet potatoes and boiled corn also provides a source of complex carbohydrates, helping the body release energy slowly and stably. Boiled sweet potatoes have an average glycemic index of - low, helping to maintain reasonable blood sugar levels.

At the same time, boiled corn adds easily digestible carbohydrates and B vitamins, helping to increase concentration for an effective working day.

Not only does it help you feel full longer, boiled sweet potatoes are also rich in soluble and insoluble fiber, support good digestion and prevent constipation.

Combining with boiled corn will help increase intestinal motility and nourish the intestinal microflora. The fiber resonance of both foods will make breakfast both belly-light and good for the digestive tract.

Vitamins and minerals

In addition to maintaining energy and fiber, boiled sweet potatoes are also a source of vitamins A, C, B6 and minerals such as potassium, manganese, which help increase resistance, improve eyesight and support brain function.

Boiled corn is also rich in vitamins B, E, C, K, along with magnesium and potassium, which are important components for heart, bone and immune system health. The combined nutrients will help supplement a variety of micronutrients for the body every day.

Anti-oxidation and premature aging

Boiled sweet potatoes contain beta-carotene - an antioxidant that helps protect cells, maintain healthy skin and slow down the aging process. Boiled corn provides vitamin E and phenolic compounds, which help protect blood vessels, reduce inflammation and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

A nutritious breakfast will help the body relax, reducing stress for busy working days.

Thanh Hương (Theo Healthline)
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