Description

Yams (Dioscorea) are a type of tuber vegetable that originated in Asia, Africa, and the Carribean. They have a distinct brown, bark-like exterior. The flesh can be white, yellow, purple, or pink depending on the maturity of the yam. These tubers are highly nutritious, versatile, and may benefit your health in many ways. Yams are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

Nutrients

Vitamin C: 18% of the Daily Value (DV)

Vitamin B5: 9% of the DV

Manganese: 22% of the DV

Potassium: 19% of the DV

Thiamine: 11% of the DV

Copper: 23% of the DV