Banana vs. Yogurt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between bananas and yogurt?
- Bananas are richer in vitamin B6, manganese, fiber, vitamin C, and copper, yet yogurt is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, selenium, vitamin B2, and calcium.
- Yogurt's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 31% higher.
- Yogurt has a lower glycemic index than bananas.
We used Bananas, raw and Yogurt, Greek, plain, nonfat 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +145.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +153.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +271.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +358.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2900% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2100% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +246.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +513.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +870% |
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 AVitamin A | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +34.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +219.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +482.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +185.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +280.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +54.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +534.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +834.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +508.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +65.6% |
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Saturated fat
~0.117g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.75µg | 31% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.367mg | 0.063mg | 23% |
| Protein | 1.09g | 10.19g | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.073mg | 0.278mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 22mg | 135mg | 16% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 9.7µg | 16% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 110mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.27mg | 0.009mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 0g | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 8.7mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.078mg | 0.017mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 22.84g | 3.6g | 6% |
| Fructose | 4.85g | 0g | 6% |
| Potassium | 358mg | 141mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 11mg | 4% |
| Folate | 20µg | 7µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.665mg | 0.208mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.15mg | 0.52mg | 3% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 59kcal | 2% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 36mg | 2% |
| Starch | 5.38g | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.26mg | 0.07mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.023mg | 1% |
| Choline | 9.8mg | 15.1mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.33g | 0.39g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 20.24g | 3.6g | N/A |
| Sugar | 12.23g | 3.24g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.334mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.5µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0.112g | 0.117g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.032g | 0.053g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.073g | 0.012g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.068mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A |
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
15%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Yogurt is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.99g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yogurt is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Banana is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Banana contains less Sodium (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Banana is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.005g)
Which food is cheaper?
Banana is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Banana is relatively richer in vitamins
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.