7. Sweet Potatoes: The Starchy Superheroes for Your Stomach
Picture this: you’re indulging in a warm, buttery sweet potato. Beyond its velvety texture and naturally sweet taste, did you know you’re also munching on a tummy hero? Rich in fiber and antioxidants, sweet potatoes serve as a comfy cushion for your delicate stomach lining.
A root vegetable dressed in bright orange, sweet potatoes sport high levels of beta-carotene. This antioxidant is like the Gandalf of your gut, boldly declaring, “You shall not pass,” to ulcer-forming bacteria and excessive stomach acid. Beta-carotene converts into vitamin A, which is essentially the maintenance guy for your mucous membranes.
Ah, but let’s not overlook the Vitamin C here. While oranges often steal the limelight when Vitamin C is discussed, sweet potatoes provide a subtler yet potent dose. Vitamin C is like the wingman that beta-carotene didn’t know it needed, both of them fighting to keep your stomach lining healthy and robust. (7)
