Our grandfather has been using a proven trick for years: he puts a few bay leaves in the box with the potatoes, helping them stay fresh longer. Keeping potatoes fresh and sprout-free can be a ...

There is a simple yet effective way to prevent this. One of the tricks our grandmothers knew was to put bay leaves in the box with potatoes. Bay leaves limit the development of microorganisms and ...

A study led by researchers from Tennessee State University, USA, has found that methanolic extracts of sweet potato leaves and stems can inhibit the growth of breast and lung cancer cells.

High in fibre and antioxidants, sweet potatoes are a staple for many meals. The spinach-like leaves that sprout from the spuds are eaten in many parts of Asia, Africa and the Pacific. But it's ...