A tuber originally from tropical and subtropical countries that has a significant number of vitamins.
In Ecuador, most of its production is export-oriented.
During 2016, Ecuador was this product’s largest exporter with a participation rate of close to 49%.
CHARACTERISTICS
- It contains essential nutrients, carbohidrates and proteins.
- It has large amounts of dietary fibers, which help regulate and accelerate the digestive process and decrease cholesterol in the body.
- It has a large amount of vitamin C, vitamin E and vitamin B6.
- It has minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, copper, potassium and magnesium.