Bamboo shoots vs. Ladyfinger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are bamboo shoots and ladyfinger different?
- Bamboo shoots are higher in potassium; however, ladyfinger is richer in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, folate, phosphorus, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for ladyfinger is 74% higher.
- Bamboo shoots contain 5 times more potassium than ladyfinger. While bamboo shoots contain 533mg of potassium, ladyfinger contains only 113mg.
- Bamboo shoots have less saturated fat.
Bamboo shoots, raw and Cookies, ladyfingers, without lemon juice and rind are the varieties used in this article.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +371.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +261.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +616% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +193.2% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +96.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +16600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +89.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +511.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +250.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +593.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1000% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.6 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
5.2 g
Water:
91 g
Other:
0.9 g
Protein:
10.6 g
Fats:
9.1 g
Carbs:
59.7 g
Water:
19.5 g
Other:
1.1 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +366.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +307.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2933.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1048.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +22.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.069 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.007 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.134 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.022 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.745 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.423 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +53400% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +961.9% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 221mg | 74% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3.58mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.75µg | 31% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.428mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.161mg | 1.116mg | 19% |
| Folate | 7µg | 77µg | 18% |
| Carbs | 5.2g | 59.7g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 167µg | 18% |
| Calories | 27kcal | 363kcal | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 173mg | 16% |
| Protein | 2.6g | 10.6g | 16% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 9.1g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.069g | 3.022g | 13% |
| Potassium | 533mg | 113mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.284mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.19mg | 0.095mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.134g | 1.423g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 2.104mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24mg | 0.122mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.007g | 3.745g | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 4mg | 147mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 1g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 47mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 12mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.262mg | 0.24mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 3g | 58.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.14mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.133mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.086mg | 0.467mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.088mg | 0.516mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.14mg | 0.861mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0.679mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.03mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.09mg | 0.511mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.106mg | 0.579mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.042mg | 0.248mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.036g | N/A |
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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
13%
39%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ladyfinger is lower in Sugar (difference - 3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ladyfinger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bamboo shoots is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 221mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bamboo shoots contains less Sodium (difference - 143mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Bamboo shoots is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.953g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.