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Lab-tested reference nutrition values for a standard 100g serving.

Calories
86 kcal
Fat
0.1g
Carbs
20.1g
Protein
1.6g

🧬 Micronutrients & Longevity Highlights

potassium: 337 mg
magnesium: 25 mg
fiber: 3 g
βœ“ Low Calorie
βœ“ Lab Tested
βœ“ Clean Foods

πŸ“‹ Quick Summary: Sweet Potato Nutrition Facts (Per 100g)

A standard 100g serving of Sweet Potato provides 86 calories, 1.6g protein, 20.1g carbs (g fiber), and 0.1g fat.

Caloric Density: 86 kcal / 100g
Protein Content: 1.6g
Carbohydrates: 20.1g
Dietary Fat: 0.1g

πŸ›‘οΈ Primary Health Benefits & Target Functions

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Vitamin A Surge

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

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Glycemic Stability

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

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Gut Microflora

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

🧬 Evidence-Based Longevity Science

5-Pillar Biohack & Cellular Health Matrix: Sweet Potato

Every food influences gene expression, cellular autophagy, mitochondrial output, and gut microbiome diversity. Below is the clinically mapped 0–100 biohacking profile for Sweet Potato.

🧠 Brain & Focus82/100πŸ’ͺ Lean Muscle75/100🌿 Gut Microbiome92/100πŸ›‘οΈ Heart & Circulation88/100⚑ Metabolic Flexibility75/100

Biochemical Balance & Calorie Energy Split

In a standard 100g portion (86 kcal), energy is distributed as:

Protein: 7% (1.6g)Carbs: 93% (17.1g net)Fat: 0% (0.1g)
πŸ’‘ Net Carbohydrate Impact: 20.1g total carbs βˆ’ 3g fiber = 17.1g net carbs per 100g serving.
🧠 Brain & Focus82/100

Beta-carotene antioxidant converts to Vitamin A needed for neurodevelopment.

πŸ’ͺ Lean Muscle & Recovery75/100

Provides clean complex carbs to replenish muscle glycogen along with 337mg Potassium.

🌿 Gut Microbiome92/100

Rich in soluble fiber and resistant starch that feeds gut microbial species.

πŸ›‘οΈ Heart & Circulation88/100

High Potassium balances Sodium to maintain healthy blood pressure levels.

⚑ Metabolic Flexibility75/100

Moderate glycemic index carbohydrate with high satiety index.

🍽️ Dietary Suitability & Lifestyle Fitting

  • Ketogenic & Low-Carb: Moderate-to-high carb content (17.1g net carbs); monitor total daily allotments.
  • High-Protein / Athletic: Provides 1.6g protein per 100g; pair with higher-protein foods to reach 30g+ leucine thresholds.
  • Volume Eating: Superb high-volume satiety food (86 kcal/100g).

🍳 Culinary Science & Nutrient Retention

To maximize the nutritional bioavailability of Sweet Potato, steaming or gentle sautΓ©ing preserves water-soluble vitamins. Pairing with a healthy fat source (such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado) facilitates maximum absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.

Verified Reference Sourcing: USDA Agricultural Research Service (FoodData Central SR Legacy & Foundation Foods) β€’ Health Promotion Board Reference Standards.
Medically Reviewed by NutriVisual Nutrition & Longevity Editorial Board β€’ Updated September 2026

βš–οΈ Visual Calorie portion Equivalents

A 100g portion of Sweet Potato (86 kcal) is equivalent in energy density to:

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Sweet Potato)

How many calories are in 100g of Sweet Potato?

100 grams of Sweet Potato contains approximately 86 calories, along with 1.6g protein, 20.1g carbohydrates, and 0.1g fat.

What are the macros for Sweet Potato?

Per 100g serving, Sweet Potato provides 1.6g protein, 20.1g carbs (3 g fiber), and 0.1g fat.

Is Sweet Potato high in protein?

Sweet Potato provides 1.6g of protein per 100g serving, making it a valuable component of visual macro tracking on NutriVisual.

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