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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Yam Cooked Puerto Rican"
| Food Name: Yam Cooked Puerto Rican | |
| Food Group: Vegetables | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 115 | Protein (g): 1 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 27 | Fiber (g): 4 |
| Net Carbs (g): 23 | Water (g): 70 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 5 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 60 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 9 | Omega-6 (mg): 50 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 6 | Vitamin C (mg): 12 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 2 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 16 | Food Folate (mcg): 16 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 16 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 14 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 18 | Phosphorus (mg): 49 |
| Potassium (mg): 665 | Sodium (mg): 280 |
| Selenium (mcg): 1 | |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 16 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 72 |
| PRAL Score: -12 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Yam Cooked Puerto Rican
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican'?
100 grams of 'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 1g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 27g (around 10% of daily requirement),
Fat – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican' provides around 115 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 6% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 1g protein, 27g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 14 mg (1% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 665 mg (14% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 18 mg (4% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 49 mg (4% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 1 mcg (2% DV),
Sodium (mg): 280 mg (12% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Yam Cooked Puerto Rican in significant amounts?
'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 6 mcg (1% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 12 mg (13% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 2 mcg (2% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 16 mcg (4% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 16 mcg (4% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 16 mcg (4% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Yam Cooked Puerto Rican' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.