A common misconception in nutrition is that carbs are unhealthy. While it's true that overeating carbs can result in weight gain, bloating, blood sugar spikes, and constipation, completely cutting them from your diet is not advisable, as they serve as the body's main energy source.
Now, Integrative Lifestyle expert Luke Coutinho has shared a video on Instagram highlighting the issue. According to him, it is social media that has labelled carbs as the “demon”. In the clip, Luke Coutinho reveals one carb that must be included in your dietary regimen. It is sweet potatoes, as reported by NDTV.
According to Luke Coutinho, “Carbohydrates are great as long as we have the right quality and quantity.” The wellness expert adds, “The carbohydrate that we should be eating in our country over rice and rotis and everything else is sweet potato.”
Calling it a superfood, Luke Coutinho explains that a “100 gms sweet potato can give you about 20 gms of carbohydrates.”
Loaded with beta carotene, sweet potatoes convert into Vitamin A in the body which is essential for your immune system, eye vision, hair and skin.
Citing other health benefits, Luke Coutinho says, “Sweet potato also contains fiber making it a great food for your gut. It is rich in manganese and phosphorus. When you put this together, it is great for your metabolic health. It is known to increase your insulin sensitivity.”
He insists viewers “replace rice or roti with sweet potatoes” claiming that they are packed with nutrition and are great for managing blood sugar levels. What's more, sweet potatoes can be paired with almost any food.
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