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Candied Yams - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Candied Yams Recipe

Candied Yams has a average-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 50.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 2.3 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Candied Yams has been given a composite ranking of 67, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein3%
 Calories from Fat25%
 Calories from Carbs72%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A11050 IU221%
Vitamin C36 mg60%
Thiamin0.08 mg5%
Niacin2.8 mg14%
Vitamin B60.32 mg16%
Folate52 mcg13%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium50 mg5%
Iron2.3 mg13%
Magnesium44 mg11%
Potassium441 mg12.6%
Sodium145 mg6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate50.7 g16.9%
Dietary Fiber2.4 g9.6%
Sugars25.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.3 g4.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.9 g12.2%
Saturated Fat4.9 g24.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 282 Calories from Fat 71

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.9 g 12.2%

Saturated Fat 4.9 g 24.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 20 mg 6.7%

Sodium 145 mg 6%

Total Carbohydrates 50.7 g 16.9%

Dietary Fiber 2.4 g9.6%

Sugars 25.6 g

Protein 2.3 g 4.6%

Vitamin A 221% Vitamin C 60%

Calcium 5% Iron 13%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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