These root vegetables are rich in carbohydrates. Carbohydrate-rich foods are often better tolerated when nausea is looming and nothing else sounds good.
Sweet potatoes are full of vital nutrients for the baby’s fetal development, such as vitamins A, B, C, E, folate, manganese, magnesium, potassium, sodium, and calcium.
Potassium and again, vitamin A, are key nutrients when it comes to regulating your blood pressure. These two nutrients are found in sweet potatoes and help to maintain optimal cardiovascular health.
Fiber is well-known for improving digestion and gut health. The good news is that one cup of sweet potato gives you a third of the necessary daily fiber for pregnant women.
Sweet potatoes aren’t only delicious, they also have a low glycemic index which means they won’t contribute to a huge rise in your blood sugar.