Unknown yam variety, most likely of the alata species. White yams at a retail market in Brixton, England, 2004 Yam is the common name for some plant species in the genus Dioscorea (family …

Youth Aware of Mental health, also known as YAM, is a school-based program for young people ages 13 to 17, in which they learn about and explore the topic of mental health. YAM is an evidence-based …

YAM encourages discussion of mental health topics and suicide prevention in order to help youth develop coping skills and resiliency. YAM was founded in Europe as a response to rising youth …

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 …

Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) is a five-session evidence-based program promoting increased knowledge and awareness of mental health in adolescents. Students build problem-solving skills and …

Jan 19, 2024 · Join us on this yam-tastic journey, and let's uncover the fantastic world these tubers bring to the table, and all about some different types of yams.

Jul 25, 2025 · Yams are starchier, drier, and less sweet than sweet potatoes. Some varieties of yam can grow up to 130 pounds, in stark contrast to much smaller sweet potatoes. Typically, yams have a …

Jul 13, 2023 · Yams are nutritious tuber vegetables that are often mistaken for sweet potatoes. Here are 11 health and nutrition benefits of yams.

Dec 19, 2025 · Yam, any of several plant species of the genus Dioscorea, grown for their edible tubers. Yams are native to warmer regions of both hemispheres, and several species are cultivated as …

Nov 24, 2025 · Yams are rich in fiber, plant compounds, and micronutrients. Try baking, frying, or boiling yams to make a variety of dishes such as chips or candied yams.