After eating sweet potatoes every day for a month, I ended up looking leaner, especially in my face, arms, upper back, and waist — another bonus I wasn't expecting! I honestly thought I'd gain weight because so many experts say to cut carbs if you're trying to lose weight. I was eating way more, but as Langevin explained, it was the "right" carbs because they were complex carbs.
Eating sweet potatoes was so satiating, as I mentioned, and it helped cut down on my sugar cravings, so I was definitely eating less baked goods, chocolate, and bread. I honestly wasn't into them as much, because if I was, I would have eaten them since, thanks to intuitive eating, I don't restrict any foods I truly want.