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4. Cooked Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes have a low glycemic index. This makes them a great food for those with irregular blood sugar levels. When cooked, the glucose molecules within sweet potatoes fuse to form maltose. This root vegetable is also a fantastic source of nutrients and vitamins such as vitamin C, vitamin B, copper, potassium, and dietary fiber.

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