Every 100 grams of sweet potato leaves has about 401 mg of potassium, 105 mg of calcium, 35 mg of magnesium to help prevent osteoporosis.
Dark green sweet potato leaves are also an important source of lutein and zeaxanthin. Therefore, moderate consumption of sweet potato leaves has many health benefits.
The abundant fiber in sweet potato leaves not only helps with digestion and bowel movements, but also helps control blood sugar, blood pressure, lower blood lipids... helps the body supplement calcium and has antioxidant effects.
Eating about 300 grams of sweet potato leaves every day can supplement the amount of iron and vitamins A, C, E the body needs during the day, helping to maintain vision in dark places and can also support anti-blue light and anti-aging.
However, it is worth noting that due to the high potassium content in sweet potato leaves, we need to blanch them before preparing dishes. Patients on dialysis and those with edema due to heart disease need to strictly limit potassium in their diet.
