Add a summertime burst of orange, red, or yellow to structures with beautiful trumpet vine. This fast grower is a perfect plant for attracting hummingbirds and bringing color to hot, dry spots.
Sweet Potatoes and Cholesterol. Low cholesterol is associated with a reduced risk of heart disease. Sweet potatoes lower cholesterol because they are a source of water-soluble fiber, says MayoClinic.com. One half of a sweet potato cooked without its skin contains 3.9 grams of fiber. Water-soluble fiber binds to bile acids helping the body to excrete cholesterol.
What is the difference between Potato and Sweet Potato? Â· Contrary to popular misconception, sweet potato is not a type of potato, which is the 4th largest food crop in the world. Â· Sweet potatoes contain more sugar than potatoes, but do not cause sugar that is caused by potatoes in some people. The reason behind this is that sweet potatoes contain high fiber content that slows down release of sugar.