White Yam 1.5kg - Product of Ghana

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Bevacqua, Robert F. (1994). "Origin of Horticulture in Southeast Asia and the Dispersal of Domesticated Plants to the Pacific Islands by Polynesian Voyagers: The Hawaiian Islands Case Study" (PDF). HortScience. 29 (11): 1226–1229. doi: 10.21273/HORTSCI.29.11.1226. D. bulbifera, the air potato, is found in both Africa and Asia, with slight differences between those found in each place. It is a large vine, 6m (20ft) or more in length. It produces tubers, but the bulbils which grow at the base of its leaves are the more important food product. They are about the size of potatoes (hence the name "air potato"), weighing from 0.5 to 2.0kg (1lb 2oz to 4lb 7oz). If you are planning a fancy dinner for your loved one, add White Sweet Potato Stew, along with other roasted vegetables.

Yam fritters: The starchy tubers can be made into fritters. Can also be mashed, formed into cakes and fried. An exception to the cooking rule is the mountain yam ( Dioscorea polystachya), known as nagaimo and can be further classified into ichōimo (lit. 'ginkgo-leaf yam'; kanji: 銀杏芋), or yamatoimo (lit. Yamato yam; kanji: 大和芋), depending on the root shape. [ citation needed] The best temperature to store yams is between 14 and 16°C (57 and 61°F), with high-technology-controlled humidity and climatic conditions, after a process of curing. Most countries that grow yams as a staple food are too poor to afford high-technology storage systems. Different flesh colors like white, orange, yellow, and even purple are also out there. However, the most common type of sweet potato is the one with copper-colored skin and soft orange flesh. The other main type comes with golden skin and white flesh, which is the one we will cover today. Its wild progenitor is Dioscorea praehensilis [1] and possibly also D. abyssinica (by hybridization). [4] Domestication occurred in West Africa, along the south-facing Atlantic coast. There is insufficient documentation and as of 2009 [update] insufficient research to determine how long ago that occurred. [5] Distribution [ edit ]In one study, rats given yam powder or yam water extract experienced decreased fasting blood sugar and hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels, compared with the control groups. HbA1c is a measure of long-term blood sugar control ( 27). The antioxidants present in yams help reduce chronic inflammation. Inflammation may lead to various conditions like diabetes and heart diseases. However, yams can help prevent such diseases because they are one of the best anti-inflammatory foods. Raw yam has only moderate nutrient density, with appreciable content (10% or more of the Daily Value, DV) limited to potassium, vitamin B6, manganese, thiamin, dietary fiber, and vitamin C (table). [32] But raw yam has the highest potassium levels amongst the 10 major staple foods of the world ( see nutritional chart). Yam supplies 118 calories per 100grams. Yam generally has a lower glycemic index, about 54% of glucose per 150gram serving, compared to potato products. [33] In Australia, the tubers of the Microseris lanceolata, or yam daisy, were a staple food of Aboriginal Australians in some regions. [8]

They can also be used with a wider variety of spices since their natural flavor won’t overpower the spices used in the dish. They can add that little bit of sweetness and texture without dominating the dish, a unique mild flavor compared to the typical sweet potato or the orange variety.

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Fibre acts as food to the beneficial gut bacteria. It helps them grow and fight off harmful microbes. In addition, studies show that phenolic components of yams have antimicrobial properties. As a result, it helps improve gut health. 7. Helps in Weight Loss However, many traditional recipes call for whole Ube yam rather than Ube derivative. Ube candy is made by cooking these purple sweet potatoes with lime zest and condensed milk, then rolling them into logs and sugaring. Other Different Types of Yams – Okinawan Non- Dioscorea tubers that were historically important in Africa include Plectranthus rotundifolius (the Hausa potato) and P. esculentus (the Livingstone potato); these two tuber crops have now been largely displaced by the introduction of cassava. [16] D. rotundata and D. cayennensis [ edit ] Tropical yams are known by a variety of names, including true yams, Indian yams, Kush Kush, Yampi, and more. These tubers thrive in tropical climates of Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Yams are rich in calories and dietary fibre. Studies have demonstrated that fibre aids weight loss. The roots of yam are edible, and they promote weight loss. Fibre passes through the digestive tract slowly. Therefore, they keep you feeling full for longer. As a result, they prevent cravings and overeating.

Yams species called Parkistan. The size is for eating but smaller sizes can be cultivated White yams at a retail market in Brixton, England, 2004 Some people may also have an allergic reaction to wild yam. For example, wild yam may cause skin irritation when applied as cream.However, there is very little evidence to support these claims. One of the only studies available on the topic found that the 23 women who applied a wild yam cream over a 3-month period experienced no changes in their menopausal symptoms. Rheumatoid arthritis A. Yes, people with diabetes can eat yams as they are rich in fibre, predominantly yellow and purple. These fibres can help manage and lower blood sugar levels (glucose). Q. Are yams high in oestrogen? Cooking and preparation methods can cause a food’s GI to vary. For example, sweet potatoes have a medium-to-high GI, varying from 44–96, whereas yams have a low-to-high GI, ranging from 35–77 ( 6). Rosemary – I prefer fresh rosemary for this white sweet potato recipe, but you can use dried as well. Just be sure to use less dried rosemary as the flavor is stronger than fresh. Adding different seasonings to your yam dishes, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, oregano, or thyme, can diversify sweet and savory dishes.