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Yam
Cooking Method: Cooked
160 calories per 1 cup cubed yam (136g)
Try in our Calorie CalculatorNutrition Facts
Per 100g
| Calories | 118 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5g |
| Carbohydrates | 27.9g |
| Fat | 0.2g |
| Fiber | 3.9g |
| Sugar | 0.5g |
| Sodium | 9mg |
Per serving (1 cup cubed yam (136g))
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 2.0g |
| Carbohydrates | 37.9g |
| Fat | 0.3g |
Macronutrient Ratio
Protein 5%Carbs 93%Fat 2%
About Yam
True yams are starchy, dry-fleshed tubers native to Africa that differ significantly from the orange sweet potatoes often mislabeled as yams in North America. They are a dietary staple across West Africa and the Caribbean, typically boiled, fried, or pounded into fufu.
How Yam Fits Your Macros
- Yam contains 1.5g of protein per 100g, contributing 5% of total calories.
- With 93% of calories from carbohydrates, Yam is a primary energy source — ideal for fueling workouts and active lifestyles.
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