Candied Yams
Candied Yams by Giant Eagle provides 78 kcal per 100 g, with 13.8 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 395% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Canned vegetables category and comes in a 140 g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 140g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 78 kcal | 109 kcal | 46 +68% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 19.4 g | 27.2 g | 10% | 7.1 +173% |
| Total sugars | 13.8 g | 19.3 g | 2.8 +395% | |
| Dietary fiber | 1 g | 1.4 g | 5% | 2 −51% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.7 −100% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.7 −100% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 4255 Canned vegetables products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other canned vegetables
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
SWEET POTATOES, SUGAR, WATER, SALT, SPICES, DRY BUTTER POWDER [CREAM,SALT, ANNATTO EXTRACT], NONFAT DRY MILK, BUTTERMILK, SODIUM CITRATE, CITRIC ACID. TOCOPHEROL [ANTI-OXIDANT], BETA CAROTENE [FOR COLOR]. CITRIC ACID AND DISODIUM-EDTA [PRESERVATIVES].
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 140 g
- Serving size
- 140g
- Labels & certifications
- No GMOsNon GMO project
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0030034050023
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Candied Yams?
Candied Yams contains 78 kcal per 100 g and about 109 kcal per serving (140g).
How much sugar is in Candied Yams?
Candied Yams has 13.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Candied Yams healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Candied Yams vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Candied Yams contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 23, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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