Is Sweet Potato a Heavy Food? Understanding Its Filling Power
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According to research published in the *International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition*, the substantial fiber in sweet potatoes enhances satiety in adults, which is often mistaken for being a "heavy" food. The truth is that while sweet potatoes are certainly filling and satisfying, they are relatively low in calories and fat, and their density comes from beneficial complex carbohydrates and fiber, not excessive weight-gaining ingredients.