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Sweet Potato
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A nutrient-dense whole vegetable and a leading source of provitamin A (beta-carotene). No safety concerns at normal dietary intakes.
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3,645 products
What it is
Edible storage root of Ipomoea batatas, a whole vegetable rich in beta-carotene, fiber, and complex carbohydrates.
Whole-food vegetable; provides carbohydrate, fiber, vitamin A precursors, and natural sweetness.
What regulators actually say
"Provitamin A carotenoids include beta-carotene... Sweet potatoes, carrots, leafy green vegetables, and orange and yellow fruits and vegetables contain provitamin A carotenoids."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food, not a regulated additive.
European Union — EFSA
Whole food, no additive evaluation required.
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