Polyphenols and anthocyanins are among the bioactive substances found in sweet potato leaves. Both can improve immunity. A stronger immune system enables the body to combat disease causing infections.

Ipomea batatas leave also contain betacarotene, vitamin B, and several other health-promoting vitamins, which all work to strengthen the immune system of the body.

For boiling, choose ripe leaves. The leaves aren’t excessively young or aged. The Convolvulaceae member’s immature leaves still contain only a few bioactive chemicals. On the other side, it is feared that beneficial substances like flavonoids have been oxidized in old leaves, reducing efficacy.