【 Sell 】 yacon roots

The tuberous roots are sweet and edible. Its flavor results agreeable for a wide range of people, and has been compared to a combination of apple and watermelon, not only because of its sweetness, but also for the consistency of its pulp. The tuberous roots are customarily eaten raw.
Chemical Composition:
The tuberous roots of Smallanthus sonchifolius (Poepp. & Endl.) H. Robinson, similarly to any other tuberous root or stem, are a natural depot for carbohydrates whose purpose is to serve as a reserve for the plant. According to the National Research Council (1989) of the United States, the analysis of fresh tubers of Smallanthus sonchifolius resulted as follows:
Humidity: 69%-83%
Carbohydrates (mainly inulin-type compounds 20%
Protein 0.4%-2.2%
The analysis of the dry tubers, according to the same study, resulted as follows:
Carbohydrates (mainly inulin-type compounds) ?à 65%
Protein 6%-7%
Ash 4%-7%
Fiber 4%-6%
Fat 0.4%-1.3%