Bodybuilders might favour sweet potatoes over regular ones, perhaps because of the carbohydrate-to-fibre ratio, which is lower for sweet potatoes.<\/p>\n
Sweet potatoes have a carbohydrate:fibre ratio of around 5.75:1, whereas for regular potatoes it can be around 13:1 (although, per variety, it likely varies).<\/p>\n
Lower carbohydrate:fibre ratio generally translates to lower glycemic index and feeling full longer.<\/p>\n
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