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News India Live, Digital Desk: As soon as the winter season arrives, various types of seasonal vegetables and fruits start becoming available in the markets. One of these is Sweet Potato, which people often eat just for taste or during fasting. But do you know that this simple looking sweet potato is such a ‘powerhouse’ of nutrients, which is no less than a boon for your health in winters? Its taste is mildly sweet, but it can beat even the most expensive superfoods in its qualities. So let us know why you must include sweet potatoes in your diet this winter.1. ‘Booster dose’ of immunity: The risk of cold, cough and infection increases in winter. Sweet potato is an excellent source of Vitamin C, which is most important for strengthening our immune system. By eating sweet potatoes regularly, your body is prepared to fight seasonal diseases.2. ‘Boon for eyes’ Sweet potatoes, especially the orange colored ones, are rich in beta-carotene. Our body converts this beta-carotene into vitamin A. Vitamin A is very important for our eyesight. It not only keeps the eyes healthy, but also protects from diseases like night blindness.3. Sweet potato, a true ‘friend’ of the stomach, contains a very good amount of fibre. Fiber helps in keeping our digestive system healthy, thus keeping away problems like constipation and indigestion. A healthy gut means a healthy body.4. Keeps the heart ‘healthy’ Sweet potato is also a good source of potassium. Potassium plays an important role in controlling our blood pressure, thereby reducing the risk of heart diseases. Apart from this, the fiber present in it also helps in reducing bad cholesterol (LDL).5. Also beneficial in diabetes: People often think that sweet potato is harmful for diabetic patients because it is sweet, but this is not completely true. Sweet potatoes have a low glycemic index (GI), which means it raises blood sugar slowly. It is a better option for diabetic patients than normal potatoes, but it should be consumed in limited quantities and after boiling. How to eat? The healthiest way to eat sweet potatoes is by boiling or roasting them. You can eat it by boiling it, peeling it and adding chaat masala, or you can enjoy it by roasting it in the oven or on fire. So this winter, do not forget to make this treasure of taste and health a part of your diet!