What happens if you eat too much sweet potato?

Table of Contents:

1. What happens if you eat too much sweet potato?
2. Can I eat two sweet potatoes a day?
3. Can you live off of sweet potatoes?
4. Is it OK to eat raw sweet potatoes?

What happens if you eat too much sweet potato?

"While there aren't any severe health problems associated with sweet potatoes, they are high in vitamin A, which the body stores," Flores said. "When levels get too high, you may notice your skin and nails looking a little orange." This side effect should decrease if you cut down on sweet potato consumption.

Can I eat two sweet potatoes a day?

In theory, like regular spuds, they're classified as a starchy food. However, the Department of Health agree that unlike regular potatoes - which definitely don't count as one of your 5-a-day - sweet potatoes do count towards 5-a-day because they're usually eaten in addition to the starchy food part of a meal.

Can you live off of sweet potatoes?

1. Sweet Potato: Locally grown sweet potatoes are an Okinawan staple and although we cannot access the same sweet potatoes that the Okinawans can, our varieties are still incredibly healthy options. Sweet potatoes contain a lot of the nutrients that the average person needs more of.

Is it OK to eat raw sweet potatoes?

But unlike regular potatoes, which contain the dangerous enzyme solanine in their raw state, sweet potatoes can actually be consumed raw. ... Sweet potatoes are high in Vitamin A and C, fiber, potassium, and iron, and are a relatively low-calorie addition to your smoothie blend.