Cocoyam
Cocoyam is a root vegetable rich in complex carbohydrates, offering sustained energy with low calories and minimal fat content. It is an excellent source of potassium, which supports muscle function and fluid balance. The high dietary fiber content promotes healthy digestion and gut wellbeing. Additionally, it provides essential vitamins and minerals such as magnesium, vitamin C, and calcium, contributing to overall nutritional wellness.
Macronutrient distribution
A Serving (150 g) of Cocoyam contains 168 calories, 2.4 g of protein, 38.3 g of carbohydrates, and 0.3 g of fat.
- Protein
- 2.4 g6%
- Carbs
- 38.3 g92%
- Fat
- 0.3 g2%
of calories
Calorie Burn
How long would it take to burn off 168 calories?
- Walking3.5 mph, moderate pace30 min
- YogaModerate effort, gentle pace43 min
- SwimmingFreestyle, moderate effort22 min
- Biking12–14 mph, moderate effort16 min
- StairsStair climbing, moderate pace21 min
- Running5 mph (12 min/mile)15 min
Estimates for an average adult male (~75 kg / 165 lb), based on activity MET values. Download Leana to calculate calorie burn based on your personal profile.
Nutritional composition
Complete nutrition facts: macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals).
Values per Serving (150 g)
Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates38.3 / 313 g(12%)
- Dietary Fiber6 / 38 g(16%)
- Total Sugars0.95 g
Fats
- Total Fat0.3 / 83 g(0%)
- Saturated Fat0.05 / 25 g(0%)
- Monounsaturated Fat0.02 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat0.09 g
- Omega-30.05 g
- Omega-60.09 g
- Omega-90.03 g
- Oleic Acid0.03 g
- Stearic Acid0.02 g
- Linoleic Acid0.09 g
- Palmitic Acid0.06 g
- Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.05 g
Protein
- Protein2.4 / 56 g(4%)
Amino Acids
- Lysine0.11 g
- Serine0.14 g
- Valine0.11 g
- Alanine0.11 g
- Cystine0.05 g
- Cysteine0.05 g
- Proline0.09 g
- Arginine0.26 g
- Histidine0.05 g
- Threonine0.09 g
- Isoleucine0.08 g
- Methionine0.03 g
- Tryptophan0.05 g
- Glutamic Acid0.24 g
- Aspartic Acid0.32 g
- Phenylalanine0.12 g
- Glycine0.11 g
- Leucine0.15 g
- Tyrosine0.08 g
Vitamins
- Vitamin A6.4 / 900 ug(1%)
- Vitamin C12.5 / 90 mg(14%)
- Vitamin E3.6 / 15 mg(24%)
- Vitamin K1 / 120 ug(1%)
- Vitamin B60.39 / 1.3 mg(30%)
- Thiamin (B1)0.12 / 1.2 mg(10%)
- Riboflavin (B2)0.03 / 1.3 mg(2%)
- Niacin (B3)0.95 / 16 mg(6%)
- Folate52.5 / 400 ug(13%)
- Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.3 / 5 mg(6%)
- Choline26 / 550 mg(5%)
Minerals
- Calcium49.5 / 1,000 mg(5%)
- Iron0.9 / 8 mg(11%)
- Magnesium43.1 / 420 mg(10%)
- Phosphorus126 / 700 mg(18%)
- Potassium741 / 3,400 mg(22%)
- Sodium14 / 2,300 mg(1%)
- Zinc0.52 / 11 mg(5%)
- Copper0.18 / 0.9 mg(20%)
- Manganese0.39 / 2.3 mg(17%)
- Selenium0.71 / 55 ug(1%)
- Iodine0.35 / 150 ug(0%)
Other
- Water105.1 / 3,700 g(3%)
Sources
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