Elephant foot yam has minerals like copper, selenium, phosphorus, zinc, potassium and it has a high content of protein in it. It also has high fiber in it. It is considered to be a slimming food. Elephant yam promotes weight loss and also reduced cholesterol level in the body. But is has to be cooked properly. If you choose the right cooking method, you can eat it without worrying about weight gain.

Elephant foot yam has anti-inflammatory properties and this property prevents the inflammation of joints.

This veggie is also helpful in lowering blood pressure.

It is an antioxidant that slows down the process of ageing and prevents heart diseases.