Although often use interchangeably, yams and sweet potatoes are two distinct foods. Learn about their nutrition and health benefits.

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" ...

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Potatoes and sweet potatoes are both staples worldwide. Here’s how their nutrition compares, where sweet potatoes edge ahead, and when either works.