Sep 21, 2017 · Yams and sweet potatoes belong to different plant families and are only distantly related. So why all the confusion? This article explains the key differences between sweet potatoes and yams.

Jun 5, 2025 · Yams and sweet potatoes are two very different plants. Yams are more closely related to lilies, while sweet potatoes are more closely related to morning glories. Sweet potatoes are sweeter …

Oct 31, 2025 · If you've always thought the two tubers were one and the same, you're hardly alone—what's more, you're also not entirely incorrect. Read on for a spoonful of botany, a pinch of …

Oct 30, 2025 · Sweet potatoes are usually considered healthier than yams as they are higher in vitamins A and C. Yams are higher in fiber, but sweet potatoes contain a higher concentration of antioxidants …

Nov 12, 2025 · For example, most canned yams are typically just candied sweet potatoes. And many Thanksgiving dinner menus won’t have any yams at all. So, what’s with all the tubular confusion? …

Nov 30, 2025 · Here’s what yams really are, how they differ from sweet potatoes and why it's probably best to enjoy both in moderation.

2 days ago · Regarding macronutrients, true yams are slightly more calorie and carbohydrate-dense than sweet potatoes. A 100-gram serving of cooked yam contains around 118 calories and 28 grams …

Jul 29, 2025 · Are yams sweet potatoes? No! What's the difference between a yam and a sweet potato? Here's what you need to know to finally put this topic to rest.

6 days ago · In many grocery stores, the vegetable labeled as a “yam” is often a sweet potato in disguise. The mix-up started years ago in U.S. markets when orange-fleshed sweet potatoes were …

Aug 5, 2025 · Learn the differences between yams and sweet potatoes and how to use each in your cooking.