Sweet Potatoes (Kumara) topped the list with 582 points; its nearest competitor, a raw carrot, came in at 434. Kumara are an excellent source of Vitamin A, a good source of Vitamin C, and provide fibre, potassium, and other nutrients. According to the American National Cancer Institute, Vitamin A and C-rich foods are associated with a reduced risk of certain cancers.

The Institute suggests we should eat more Vitamin A and C-rich foods daily, so enjoy kumara often! Kumara skins have a special sort of fibre which has a protective role against cancer so leave the skins on whenever you can.