The term "sweet potato" refers to a type of root vegetable that is commonly grown in warm regions around the world. It belongs to the same family as regular potatoes, but it has a much sweeter taste and higher nutritional value due to its high concentration of carbohydrates, vitamins (especially Vitamin A), minerals, and dietary fiber. Sweet potato varieties can vary in color from yellow or orange on the outside to white or red on the inside. They are often used as a healthy alternative to regular potatoes and can be prepared in many different ways such as baking, roasting, frying, or boiling.