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Sweet and Spicy Yams - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Sweet and Spicy Yams Recipe

Sweet and Spicy Yams has a average-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C.

The food contains 81.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 4.2 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low 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.

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 Sweet and Spicy Yams has been given a composite ranking of 89, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat1%
 Calories from Carbs94%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A193.2 IU3.9%Top 30%High
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C23.9 mg39.8%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.98 mg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.49 mg24.4%Top 10%Very High
Folate25.9 mcg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.49 mg4.9%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium23.9 mg2.4%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.98 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium25.9 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus67.8 mg6.8%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0.49 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium82.1 mg3.4%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.49 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.49 mg24.4%Top 30%High
Selenium0.98 mcg1.4%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate39.9 g13.3%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber5.3 g21.1%Top 10%Very High
Sugars3.5 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4.1%Bottom 30%Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid0 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.2 g0.3%Bottom 10%Very Low
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 344 Calories from Fat 4

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.4 g 0.62%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 168.4 mg 7%

Total Carbohydrates 81.7 g 27.2%

Dietary Fiber 10.8 g43.2%

Sugars 7.2 g

Protein 4.2 g 8.4%

Vitamin A 7.9% Vitamin C 81.7%

Calcium 4.9% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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