Bamboo shoots vs. Yam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Bamboo shoots and Yam different?
- Bamboo shoots are richer in Zinc, while Yam is higher in Vitamin C, and Fiber.
- Bamboo shoots contain 6 times more Sugar than Yam. Bamboo shoots contain 3g of Sugar, while Yam contains 0.49g.
Bamboo shoots, raw and Yam, cooked, boiled, drained, or baked, without salt types were 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 CopperCopper | +25% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +450% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +20.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +25.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +41.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +194.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +57.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +202.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +510% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +93.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +128.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
1.49 g
Fats:
0.14 g
Carbs:
27.48 g
Water:
70.13 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +74.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +114.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +29.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +428.5% |
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
0.029 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.06 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +40% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +123.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -58% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 27kcal | 116kcal |
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| Protein | 2.6g | 1.49g |
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| Fats | 0.3g | 0.14g |
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| Vitamin C | 4mg | 12.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 3g | 23.58g |
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| Carbs | 5.2g | 27.48g |
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| Magnesium | 3mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 14mg |
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| Potassium | 533mg | 670mg |
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| Iron | 0.5mg | 0.52mg |
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| Sugar | 3g | 0.49g |
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| Fiber | 2.2g | 3.9g |
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| Copper | 0.19mg | 0.152mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.2mg |
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| Phosphorus | 59mg | 49mg |
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| Sodium | 4mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin A | 20IU | 122IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 6µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1mg | 0.34mg |
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| Manganese | 0.262mg | 0.371mg |
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| Selenium | 0.8µg | 0.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.095mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.028mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 0.552mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.161mg | 0.311mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.24mg | 0.228mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.3µg |
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| Folate | 7µg | 16µg |
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| Choline | 0mg | 16.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.069g | 0.029g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.007g | 0.005g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.134g | 0.06g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.012mg |
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| Threonine | 0.086mg | 0.052mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.088mg | 0.05mg |
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| Leucine | 0.14mg | 0.094mg |
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| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0.058mg |
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| Methionine | 0.03mg | 0.02mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.09mg | 0.069mg |
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| Valine | 0.106mg | 0.06mg |
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| Histidine | 0.042mg | 0.033mg |
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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%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Yam is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.51g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Yam is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.04g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bamboo shoots contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bamboo shoots is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Bamboo shoots is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
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.
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.