Bamboo shoots vs. Chili Pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between bamboo shoots and chili Pepper?
- Bamboo shoots are richer in zinc and potassium, yet chili Pepper are richer in vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin K, iron, and magnesium.
- Chili Pepper' daily need coverage for vitamin C is 265% higher.
- Bamboo shoots have 4 times more zinc than chili Pepper. Bamboo shoots have 1.1mg of zinc, while chili Pepper have 0.3mg.
- Chili Pepper have a lower glycemic index than bamboo shoots.
We used Bamboo shoots, raw and Peppers, hot chili, green, raw types in this comparison.
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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 | +56.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +266.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +28.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +60% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +733.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +38.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +140% |
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 EVitamin E | +44.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +163.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +5962.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +5800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +58.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +15.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +228.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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:
2 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
9.46 g
Water:
87.74 g
Other:
0.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +50% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +81.9% |
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Water
~87.74g
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
0.021 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.109 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +22.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +57.1% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 4mg | 242.5mg | 265% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 14.3µg | 12% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 1.2mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.3mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 533mg | 340mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 59µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.09mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 25mg | 5% |
| Folate | 7µg | 23µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24mg | 0.278mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 1.5g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.161mg | 0.061mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.19mg | 0.174mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 46mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 0.95mg | 2% |
| Choline | 0mg | 11.1mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 0.69mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.09mg | 2% |
| Protein | 2.6g | 2g | 1% |
| Calories | 27kcal | 40kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 0.5µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.262mg | 0.237mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 5.2g | 9.46g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.2g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3g | 7.96g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3g | 5.1g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.069g | 0.021g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.007g | 0.011g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.134g | 0.109g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.026mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.086mg | 0.074mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.088mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.14mg | 0.105mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.03mg | 0.024mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.09mg | 0.062mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.106mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.042mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
79%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
22%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chili Pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.048g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chili Pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chili Pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Bamboo shoots is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.1g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bamboo shoots contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Bamboo shoots is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.