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Yam (raw) — Nutrition Facts
USDA FoodData Central · Low protein density1.3 g protein per 100 kcal
Protein 5% · 1.5 g
Carbs 94% · 27.9 g
Fat 1% · 0.2 g
Diet compliance
| Diet | Why |
|---|
| ✗ Keto | 23.8 g net carbs / 100 g — keto-friendly means <6 g |
| ✗ Carnivore | not animal flesh |
| ✓ Vegan | no animal products |
| ✓ Vegetarian | no meat or fish (dairy/eggs OK) |
| ✓ Whole30 | no grains, dairy, legumes, or added sugar |
Nutrition label — per 100 g
Nutrition Facts
Yam (raw) · per 100 g
Calories118
Total Fat 0.2 g0% DV
Saturated Fat 0 g0% DV
Cholesterol 0 mg0% DV
Sodium 9 mg0% DV
Total Carbs 27.9 g10% DV
Fiber 4.1 g15% DV
Sugars 0.5 g
Protein 1.5 g3% DV
Vitamin D 0 µg · Calcium 17 mg · Iron 0.5 mg · Potassium 816 mg
Based on FDA Daily Values · USDA FoodData Central
Calories & protein per common portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories |
|---|
| 100 grams | 100 g | 118 |
| 1 cup, cubes | 150 g | 177 |
Protein per calorie
Yam (raw) delivers 1.3 g of protein per 100 calories — see where it ranks →
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FAQ
How many calories are in Yam (raw)?
Yam (raw) has 118 calories per 100 grams, which is about 177 calories per 1 cup, cubes.
How much protein is in Yam (raw)?
Yam (raw) has 1.5 g of protein per 100 grams — 1.3 g of protein per 100 calories.
Is Yam (raw) keto-friendly?
Yam (raw) has 23.8 g net carbs per 100 g, so it is not keto-friendly under the 6 g net-carbs-per-100 g rule of thumb.
Is Yam (raw) vegan?
Yam (raw) is vegan — it contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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