Ingredient

Yams

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Yams are used as a carbohydrate source in various dishes, similar to potatoes. In …

What it is

Yams are starchy root vegetables that grow in tropical climates. They are often confused with sweet potatoes in the United States, but are botanically different. Yams are typically harvested and then sold fresh, or processed into products like flour or starch.

Why it's used

Yams are used as a carbohydrate source in various dishes, similar to potatoes. In packaged foods, they may appear as a primary ingredient in frozen vegetable mixes, pie fillings, or as a component in savory dishes. Their natural sweetness can also contribute to the flavor profile of some products.

Health notes

Yams are a source of carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The FDA considers yams to be a safe food ingredient. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated yams and related compounds. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming yams in typical dietary amounts.

Allergen info

Yams are not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Yams

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Sylvia Woods Food Company, LLC. Cut Sweet Potatoes Yams Canned Vegetables 90kcal 0.6Protein 0Fat 21.7Carbs A'Zoe Enterprize Frozen Pie Filling, Sweet Potato, Sweet Potato Pastry Shells & Fillings 156kcal 1.6Protein 3.9Fat 18.8Carbs Tropical Vegetable Mix Goya Foods, Inc. Tropical Vegetable Mix Frozen Vegetables 118kcal 1.2Protein 0Fat 27.1Carbs Family Loompya Corporation Savory Chicken And Vegetables In A Thin Crispy Wrapper Philippine Style Egg Rolls, Savory Chicken And Vegetables Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 129kcal 5.9Protein 5.3Fat 16.5Carbs Family Loompya Corporation Philippine Style Egg Rolls, Philippine Style Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 129kcal 4.7Protein 4.1Fat 17.6Carbs Diced Sweet Potato Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Diced Sweet Potato Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 64kcal 1.8Protein 0Fat 15.4Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Taylor Farms, Fall Vegetable Medley Other Deli 129kcal 1.2Protein 5.3Fat 20Carbs Forager Project, LLC Organic Vegetable Juice Blend Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 30kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 6.8Carbs Big Y Foods, Inc. Big Y, Roasted Sweet Potatoes Other Deli 136kcal 1.4Protein 3.2Fat 25.7Carbs Big Y Foods, Inc. Big Y, Barbecue Salmon With Roasted Sweet Potatoes Other Deli High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 135kcal 11.2Protein 2.9Fat 16.5Carbs Caldwell & Son Inc. Roasting Vegetable Medley Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 71kcal 1.2Protein 0Fat 16.5Carbs Onofrio's Fresh Cut Inc, Harvest Medley Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 50kcal 1.4Protein 0Fat 12.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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