Is a sweet potato healthy?

Table of Contents:

1. Is a sweet potato healthy?
2. Does turmeric lower blood pressure?
3. Is it OK to take turmeric with blood pressure medication?
4. When should you not take turmeric?
5. Can I drink beet juice while taking blood pressure medication?

Is a sweet potato healthy?

Because of their fiber and vitamin contents, sweet potatoes are often considered the healthier choice between the two. Sweet potatoes are likely healthier than regular potatoes. They have a lower GI, more fiber, and large amounts of beta carotene.

Does turmeric lower blood pressure?

High doses of turmeric can lower blood sugar or blood pressure, Ulbricht said, which means people taking diabetes or blood-pressure medication should use caution while taking turmeric supplements.

Is it OK to take turmeric with blood pressure medication?

Interactions. If you take any medicines regularly, talk to your doctor before you start using turmeric supplements. They could interact with medicines like aspirin, NSAID painkillers, statins, diabetes drugs, blood pressure medicines, and blood thinners.

When should you not take turmeric?

Due to their ability to increase bile secretion, turmeric and curcumin should not be taken by individuals with obstruction of the bile duct, cholangitis, liver disease, gallstones and any other biliary disease.

Can I drink beet juice while taking blood pressure medication?

We would encourage you to measure your blood pressure at home. If it is under good control with the medications you are taking, your doctor may advise you to avoid beet juice.