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Grandma's sweet potatoes (Yams , really) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Grandma's sweet potatoes (Yams, really) Recipe

Grandma's sweet potatoes (Yams, really) has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 43.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 2 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Grandma's sweet potatoes (Yams, really) has been given a composite ranking of 66, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein3%
 Calories from Fat37%
 Calories from Carbs60%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A19925 IU398.5%
Vitamin C22.1 mg36.9%
Vitamin D8 IU2%
Vitamin E0.5 mg1.7%
Thiamin0.07 mg4.4%
Riboflavin0.15 mg8.8%
Niacin0.68 mg3.4%
Vitamin B60.25 mg12.7%
Folate14.4 mcg3.6%
Vitamin B120.02 mcg0.4%
Pantothenic Acid0.6 mg6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium33 mg3.3%
Iron0.77 mg4.3%
Magnesium12.8 mg3.2%
Phosphorus34 mg3.4%
Potassium234.4 mg6.7%
Sodium108.7 mg4.5%
Zinc0.32 mg2.1%
Copper0.2 mg10.2%
Manganese0.38 mg18.8%
Selenium1.1 mcg1.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate43.5 g14.5%
Dietary Fiber2.9 g11.6%
Sugars7.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.8 g18.2%
Saturated Fat7.4 g37%
Monounsaturated Fat3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 281 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.8 g 18.2%

Saturated Fat 7.4 g 37%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 30.5 mg 10.2%

Sodium 108.7 mg 4.5%

Total Carbohydrates 43.5 g 14.5%

Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.6%

Sugars 7.8 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 398.5% Vitamin C 36.9%

Calcium 3.3% Iron 4.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=831812 Embed Table:

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