Maple-Glazed Yams (Or Sweet Potatoes) With Butter Pecan Topping Recipe

Maple-Glazed Yams (Or Sweet Potatoes) With Butter Pecan Topping has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C.

The food contains 104.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 5.9 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Maple-Glazed Yams (Or Sweet Potatoes) With Butter Pecan Topping has been given a composite ranking of 70, and in moderation.