Arrowroot vs. Jicama (yam bean) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Arrowroot and Jicama (yam bean)
- Arrowroot has more Folate, Iron, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Potassium, Copper, and Manganese, while Jicama (yam bean) has more Vitamin C.
- Arrowroot's daily need coverage for Folate is 83% higher.
- Jicama (yam bean) contains 9 times less Vitamin B3 than Arrowroot. Arrowroot contains 1.693mg of Vitamin B3, while Jicama (yam bean) contains 0.19mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Arrowroot, raw and Yambean (jicama), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +127.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +236.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +289.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +163% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +320% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +512.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +205.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +83.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.6% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +741.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +110.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +791.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +141.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +565% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +4125% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +642.1% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.24 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
13.39 g
Water:
80.75 g
Other:
1.42 g
Protein:
0.72 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
8.82 g
Water:
90.07 g
Other:
0.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +488.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +122.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +51.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +373.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.5% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 65kcal | 38kcal |
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| Protein | 4.24g | 0.72g |
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| Fats | 0.2g | 0.09g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.9mg | 14.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 12.09g | 8.82g |
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| Carbs | 13.39g | 8.82g |
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| Magnesium | 25mg | 11mg |
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| Calcium | 6mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 454mg | 135mg |
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| Iron | 2.22mg | 0.57mg |
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| Fiber | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.046mg |
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| Zinc | 0.63mg | 0.15mg |
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| Phosphorus | 98mg | 16mg |
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| Sodium | 26mg | 4mg |
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| Vitamin A | 19IU | 19IU | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 1µg | |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.057mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.7µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.017mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.059mg | 0.028mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.693mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.292mg | 0.121mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.266mg | 0.04mg |
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| Folate | 338µg | 8µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.039g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.004g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.092g |
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| Threonine | 0.018mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.016mg |
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| Leucine | 0.025mg |
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| Lysine | 0.026mg |
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| Methionine | 0.007mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg |
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| Valine | 0.022mg |
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| Histidine | 0.019mg |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jicama (yam bean) contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Jicama (yam bean) is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.039g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jicama (yam bean) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Arrowroot is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Arrowroot is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)