Sweet potato
BLS 4.0 food: Batata/sweet potato, raw (Batate/Süßkartoffel, roh), code K420100 · cross-reference USDA FDC #168482
Per portion (200 g)
238 kcalenergy
3.3 gprotein
6.3 gfibre
1.2 gfat
50.4 gcarbohydrate
Verified benefits — authorised EU health claims
Sweet potato meets the legal condition for these claims (Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 and (EU) No 432/2012). The numbers show exactly why.
Vitamin A contributes to normal iron metabolism.
✓ 658 µg per 100 g = 82 % of the EU NRV (800 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes.
✓ 658 µg per 100 g = 82 % of the EU NRV (800 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
✓ 658 µg per 100 g = 82 % of the EU NRV (800 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
✓ 658 µg per 100 g = 82 % of the EU NRV (800 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin A contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
✓ 658 µg per 100 g = 82 % of the EU NRV (800 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSShow 23 more authorised claims
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin C contributes to normal psychological function.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin C increases iron absorption.
✓ 30 mg per 100 g = 38 % of the EU NRV (80 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin B6 contributes to normal psychological function.
✓ 0.27 mg per 100 g = 19 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin B6 contributes to normal red blood cell formation.
✓ 0.27 mg per 100 g = 19 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin B6 contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
✓ 0.27 mg per 100 g = 19 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin B6 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
✓ 0.27 mg per 100 g = 19 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSVitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity.
✓ 0.27 mg per 100 g = 19 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSFolate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy.
✓ 50 µg per 100 g = 25 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSFolate contributes to normal blood formation.
✓ 50 µg per 100 g = 25 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSFolate contributes to normal psychological function.
✓ 50 µg per 100 g = 25 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSFolate contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
✓ 50 µg per 100 g = 25 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSFolate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
✓ 50 µg per 100 g = 25 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSFolate has a role in the process of cell division.
✓ 50 µg per 100 g = 25 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSPotassium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
✓ 360 mg per 100 g = 18 % of the EU NRV (2000 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSPotassium contributes to normal muscle function.
✓ 360 mg per 100 g = 18 % of the EU NRV (2000 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODSAlso low in sodium and saturated fat — which relates to the authorised claims: “Reducing consumption of sodium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure.” “Reducing consumption of saturated fat contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels.”
Goals this food supports
💪 Build & keep muscle🩺 Healthy blood pressure❤️ Heart health🩸 Blood flow & blood vessels💞 Sexual health & fertility🙂 Mood & psychological function⚡ More energy, less tiredness🦴 Strong bones & teeth🦵 Joints & cartilage🛡️ Immune system✨ Healthy skin👁️ Eyes & vision🩸 Healthy blood & iron🌱 Long life & healthy ageing
Full nutrient profile
Values per 100 g edible portion as published by the Max Rubner-Institut (BLS 4.0, 10.25826/Data20251217-134202-0). "Origin" is the MRI's own data-provenance label; open "reference" for the underlying study or database. %NRV = share of the EU Nutrient Reference Value (Reg. (EU) 1169/2011, Annex XIII).
Energy & macronutrients
| Nutrient | per 100 g | per 200 g | %NRV | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 119 kcal | 238 kcal | BLS ENERCC · Calculated by formula | |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3.3 g | BLS PROT625 · Other nutrient databasereferenceConverted value from: Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Fat | 0.6 g | 1.2 g | BLS FAT · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Carbohydrate (available) | 25.2 g | 50.4 g | BLS CHO · Calculated by formula | |
| Sugars (total) | 5.5 g | 11 g | BLS SUGAR · Calculated by formula | |
| starch | 19.5 g | 38.9 g | BLS STARCH · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Dietary fibre | 3.1 g | 6.3 g | BLS FIBT · Other nutrient databasereferenceConverted value from: Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| fibreSoluble | 1.6 g | 3.3 g | BLS FIBSOL · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Water | 69.2 g | 138 g | BLS WATER · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Salt | 0.01 g | 0.02 g | BLS NACL · Calculated by formula |
Fats & fatty acids
| Nutrient | per 100 g | per 200 g | %NRV | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | BLS FASAT · Calculated by formula | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | BLS FAMS · Calculated by formula | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | BLS FAPU · Calculated by formula | |
| Omega-3 fatty acids (total) | 0 g | 0 g | BLS FAPUN3 · Calculated by formula | |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA, omega-3) | 0 g | 0 g | BLS F18:3CN3 · Musterberechnung | |
| EPA | 0 mg | 0 mg | BLS F20:5CN3 · Logische Null | |
| DHA | 0 mg | 0 mg | BLS F22:6CN3 · Logische Null | |
| EPA + DHA (long-chain omega-3) | 0 mg | 0 mg | BLS | |
| omega6 | 0 g | 0 g | BLS FAPUN6 · Calculated by formula | |
| Linoleic acid (omega-6) | 0 g | 0 g | BLS F18:2CN6 · Musterberechnung | |
| Oleic acid | 0 g | 0 g | BLS F18:1CN9 · Musterberechnung | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg | BLS CHORL · Logische Null |
Vitamins
| Nutrient | per 100 g | per 200 g | %NRV | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 658 µg | 1316 µg | 82 % | BLS VITAA · Calculated by formula |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0 % | BLS VITD · Calculated by formula |
| Vitamin E | 0.26 mg | 0.52 mg | 2 % | BLS VITE · Other nutrient databasereferenceConverted value from: US Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service; USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Legacy Release; 2019 |
| Vitamin K | 1.8 µg | 3.6 µg | 2 % | BLS VITK · Calculated by formula |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg | 60 mg | 38 % | BLS VITC · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Thiamin (vitamin B1) | 0.06 mg | 0.13 mg | 6 % | BLS THIA · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Riboflavin (vitamin B2) | 0.05 mg | 0.1 mg | 4 % | BLS RIBF · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Niacin (vitamin B3) | 1.1 mg | 2.1 mg | 7 % | BLS NIAEQ · Calculated by formula |
| Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) | 0.83 mg | 1.7 mg | 14 % | BLS PANTAC · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.27 mg | 0.54 mg | 19 % | BLS VITB6 · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Biotin | 4 µg | 8 µg | 8 % | BLS BIOT · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Folate | 50 µg | 100 µg | 25 % | BLS FOL · Calculated by formula |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0 % | BLS VITB12 · Logische Null |
| Choline | 12.3 mg | 24.6 mg | USDA FDC 168482 |
Minerals & trace elements
| Nutrient | per 100 g | per 200 g | %NRV | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 4 mg | 8 mg | BLS NA · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Potassium | 360 mg | 720 mg | 18 % | BLS K · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Calcium | 22.4 mg | 44.9 mg | 3 % | BLS CA · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Magnesium | 18.3 mg | 36.6 mg | 5 % | BLS MG · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Phosphorus | 39.2 mg | 78.4 mg | 6 % | BLS P · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Iron | 0.66 mg | 1.3 mg | 5 % | BLS FE · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Zinc | 0.23 mg | 0.46 mg | 2 % | BLS ZN · Scientific literaturereferenceTerrés, C, Navarro, M, Martín-Lagos, F, Giménez, R, López, H, López, MC; Zinc levels in foods from southeastern Spain: relationship to daily dietary intake; Food Additives and Contaminants; 2001; 8; 18 |
| Iodine | 2.4 µg | 4.8 µg | 2 % | BLS ID · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 1.2 µg | 1 % | USDA FDC 168482 |
| Copper | 0.13 mg | 0.26 mg | 13 % | BLS CU · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
| Manganese | 0.24 mg | 0.48 mg | 12 % | BLS MN · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
Essential amino acids
| Nutrient | per 100 g | per 200 g | %NRV | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Histidine | 0.03 g | 0.06 g | BLS HIS · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Isoleucine | 0.07 g | 0.14 g | BLS ILE · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Leucine | 0.08 g | 0.17 g | BLS LEU · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Lysine | 0.07 g | 0.13 g | BLS LYS · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Methionine | 0.03 g | 0.06 g | BLS MET · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.08 g | 0.16 g | BLS PHE · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Threonine | 0.07 g | 0.14 g | BLS THR · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Tryptophan | 0.03 g | 0.06 g | BLS TRP · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 | |
| Valine | 0.11 g | 0.22 g | BLS VAL · Other nutrient databasereferenceKirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7 |
Sources
- Bundeslebensmittelschlüssel (BLS) 4.0 — German Nutrient Database — Max Rubner-Institut
- FoodData Central — USDA Agricultural Research Service
- Commission Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 — list of permitted health claims (consolidated) — European Union (EUR-Lex)
- Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 on nutrition and health claims (incl. Annex: conditions for "source of" claims) — European Union (EUR-Lex)
- Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 on food information (Annex XIII: Nutrient Reference Values; Art. 7(3)) — European Union (EUR-Lex)
- EU Register of nutrition and health claims made on foods — European Commission
- Vitamin A — fact sheet for health professionals — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
- Vitamin C — fact sheet for health professionals — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
- Vitamin B6 — fact sheet for health professionals — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
- Folate — fact sheet for health professionals — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
- Potassium — fact sheet for health professionals — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
Max Rubner-Institut (2025): Bundeslebensmittelschlüssel (BLS), Version 4.0 — Deutsche Nährstoffdatenbank. Karlsruhe. DOI: 10.25826/Data20251217-134202-0. Licence CC BY 4.0. Selenium and choline: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central: SR Legacy, 2018. fdc.nal.usda.gov.