Nutritional Information The purple yam is a starchy root vegetable that is high in carbohydrates, potassium, and vitamin C. One cup (100 grams) of cooked Kachil / purple yam has the following nutrients: Calories: 140 Carbohydrates: 27 g 1 gram protein 0.1 gram of fat 4-gram fiber Sodium accounts for 0.83 percent of the daily value (DV) Potassium: 13.5 percent of the daily value Calcium: 2% of the daily value 4% of the DV for iron 40% of the DV for vitamin C 4 percent of the DV for vitamin A Purple yams are high in vitamin C, which works as an antioxidant in the body. Studies have shown that increasing your vitamin C intake can boost your antioxidant levels by up to 35%, protecting you from oxidative cell damage. Purple yam anthocyanins are a kind of polyphenol antioxidant. Eating polyphenol-rich fruits and vegetables regularly has been associated with a decreased risk of various kinds of cancer. Purple yam flavonoids have been found to help decrease blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Obesity and oxidative stress-induced inflammation raise your risk of insulin resistance, poor blood sugar management, and type 2 diabetes.

Storage method

Place them in a cold pantry or closet and pack them in paper cartons or wrap them in a piece of newspaper. The ideal temperature for keeping the roots fresh is 55 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit (12 to 15 degrees Celsius), but don't store them in the refrigerator for more than a few days because they are vulnerable to cold damage.