Harvesting [ edit ] Tile on street depicting Aboriginal women gathering yams. Cooktown, Australia. 2005 Other proponents of wild yam believe that it has anti-spasmodic properties, which are substances that reduce muscle spasms.

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Refrigeration: If you have leftover roasted white sweet potatoes, allow them to cool to room temperature. Then, place them in an airtight container. Store the container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. 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 This article is about the large tuberous starchy root eaten as a staple food. For the sweet potato ( Ipomoea batatas), also known as a yam in North America, see sweet potato. For oca, the vegetable called yam in New Zealand, see Oxalis tuberosa.

Albihn, P.B.E.; Savage, G.P. (18 June 2001). "The effect of cooking on the location and concentration of oxalate in three cultivars of New Zealand-grown oca ( Oxalis tuberosa Mol)". Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. 81 (10): 1027–1033. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.890. There is also insufficient evidence about whether wild yam is safe during pregnancy, breast-feeding, or for young children. For this reason, doctors recommend people avoid using wild yam during these times. 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. Okinawan yam, sometimes known as Okinawan purple potato, appears in ice cream and dessert dishes. These yams grow best in the garden in states like Hawaii, where it is a common vegetable. The Okinawa reference derives from the arrival of Japanese imported spuds to Hawaii via Polynesian travelers. The Okinawan yam is good in both savory and sweet cuisines. Amongst the major roots and tubers, properly stored yam is considered to be the least perishable. Successful storage of yams requires: [29] [30]

In Colombia yam production has been specifically located in the Caribbean region, where it has become a key product in the diet of the population of this area. In 2010, Colombia was among the 12 countries with the highest yam production worldwide, and ranked first in yield of tons per hectare planted. Although its main use is for food, several studies have shown its usefulness in the pharmaceutical industry and the manufacture of bioplastics. However, in Colombia, there is no evidence of the use of this product, other than food. [44] Philippines [ edit ] Yams at Port-Vila market ( Vanuatu) A piece of cake made with ube (purple yam; Philippines) The tubers are eaten baked, boiled, or fried much like potatoes. Because of the small size of the tubers, mechanical cultivation is possible, which along with its easy preparation and good flavor, could help the lesser yam to become more popular in the future. [18] D. dumetorum [ edit ] Yams were independently domesticated on three different continents: Africa ( D. rotundata), Asia ( D. alata), and the Americas ( D. trifida). [2] Etymology [ edit ]