Fresh Elephant Yam

Amorphophallus paeoniifolius, the elephant foot yam or whitespot giant arum, is a tropical tuber crop grown primarily in Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia and the tropical Pacific islands. Because of its production potential and popularity as a vegetable in various cuisines, it can be raised as a cash crop. Regulates the cholesterol: Elephant foot yam (jimikand) has a powerful anti-inflammatory compound which reduces bad cholesterol and prevents heart diseases. ... Control diabetes: Elephant foot yam is very beneficial for diabetic patients.