As well as being high in fibre purple sweet potatoes boast all the delicious health benefits of sweet potato including the antioxidant beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and promotes eye health and a strong immune system. It’s also bursting with vitamins.
The purple colour shows the presence of anthocyanin. Anthocyanin is a powerful antioxidant that has been linked to reducing dementia and maintaining brain health.