According to a study at Purdue University, dogs that had vegetables added to their meals reduced their risk of cancer by 70-90%. It shouldn’t come as much of a surprise that sweet potatoes would be one of these veggies. They offer many health benefits in humans, and according to a leading veterinarian “The health benefits are the same for canines as they are for people”
This root vegetable is a powerhouse of nutritional goodness. Unlike white potatoes, sweet potatoes contain antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and disease fighting components. They are a great source of vitamins c, b5, copper, calcium, dietary fibre, potassium and iron Sweet Potato’s aid in digestion, promote a healthy microbiome, are high in potassium, support healthy vision, and they help reduce cancer risk
According to Harvard University’s school of public health, sweet potatoes are one of the top sources for beta-carotene. This antioxidant can help aid the immune system and lower the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.