Statesboro, GA
A 20-year-old male asked:
Are sweet potato fries healthy or just a healthier choice than regular french fries?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Tracey Leaver-Williamsanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 19 years experience
Probably not: They are still fried starch, they can't be too healthy for you.
4.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 26 years experience
Healthy choices: Sweet potatoes are a healthy food - frying them makes them less healthy. However they are a healthier choice than regular french fries. Take care.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Sep 28, 2016
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