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Sweet potatoes belong to the morning glory family, while white potatoes belong to the nightshade family.—Martha Stewart,
19 Oct. 2026 Sweet potatoes are high in beta-carotene to support vision, white potatoes are a significant source of potassium for heart health, and purple potatoes are rich in anthocyanins, the antioxidant responsible for their color.—
Amy Brownstein,
Verywell Health,
11 June 2026 Starches break down into glucose in the body, which is why foods like white potatoes, white bread, white rice and pasta can spike blood sugar even higher than some desserts.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2026 Black olives are another rich source of umami, as are sweet potatoes, white potatoes, carrots, garlic, onions, sweet corn, asparagus, and broccoli.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for white potato