*Preventing asthma attacks triggered by exercise.
*Treating a tongue disease called oral leukoplakia.
*Improving physical performance and strength in the elderly.
* cancer : Beta-carotene, the antioxidant that gives sweet potatoes as well as [[carrots]], cantaloupe and mangoes their orange color, may help prevent the damage to cell membranes that leads to [[cancer]]. Beta carotene appears to be an extremely potent cancer-fighter.
* Heart Attacks : Higher lycopene and b-carotene blood levels reduce heart attack risks.