They’re often confused on your plate, but understanding the real differences between sweet potatoes and yams can help you eat smarter, perform better, and fuel your body more effectively.

For many families, a holiday feast doesn’t feel complete without the familiar lineup of mashed potatoes and gravy, roast turkey and stuffing. Add in traditional sides like cranberry sauce, green bean ...

If you thought yams and sweet potatoes were the same thing, think again! While the two root vegetables might appear to be similar (largely in part to grocery stores mislabeling them), the difference ...

Sweet potatoes and yams are often confused, but they are botanically different plants. True sweet potatoes are native to the Americas, while true yams originate from Africa and Asia. The canned "yams" ...

Every year around Thanksgiving, my family confronts the yam vs. sweet potato issue. Are they different, and is one better than the other? — Jeff That is a great question and it often comes up when ...

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