Purple Yam Nutrition Facts: Calories, Macros & Health Benefits
Summary: Purple Yam contains 118 calories, 1.5g protein, 27.9g carbs, and 0.1g fat per one slice (100g). It is a source of potassium, vitamin c, vitamin b6.
Nutrition Facts — one slice (100g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | 6% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 27.9g | 10% |
| Total Fat | 0.10g | 0% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 15% |
| Sugar | 0.50g | -- |
| Saturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Sodium | 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 816.0mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 17.0mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.50mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 21.0mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.20mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 17.1mg | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 4.0mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29mg | 17% |
| Folate | 23.0mcg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3mcg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 55.0mg | 4% |
Is Purple Yam Good for You?
Purple Yam provides 118 calories per one slice (100g) with 1.5g protein, 27.9g carbohydrates, and 0.1g fat. It is a source of potassium (17% dv), vitamin c (19% dv), vitamin b6 (17% dv).
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Key Health Benefits of Purple Yam
- Potassium (17% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
- Vitamin C (19% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
- Vitamin B6 (17% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in purple yam?
Purple Yam contains 118 calories per one slice (100g).
How much protein is in purple yam?
Purple Yam provides 1.5g of protein per one slice (100g).
How many carbs are in purple yam?
Purple Yam has 27.9g of carbohydrates per one slice (100g).
Is purple yam good for tracking nutrition?
Yes. Purple Yam can be logged by calories, macros, and micronutrients in the Gram app.
How should I use purple yam in a meal plan?
Use Purple Yam as part of a balanced meal and compare the protein, carbs, and fat values to your daily targets.
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Nutrition data sourced from USDA FoodData Central. Track purple yam and thousands of other foods with the Gram app.