Black turtle bean vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are black turtle bean and potatoes different?
- Black turtle bean is richer in folate, copper, iron, vitamin B1, phosphorus, fiber, manganese, magnesium, and potassium, while potatoes are higher in vitamin C.
- Black turtle bean covers your daily need for folate, 107% more than potatoes.
- Black turtle bean contains 11 times more vitamin B1 than potatoes. Black turtle bean contains 0.9mg of vitamin B1, while potatoes contain 0.081mg.
- Potatoes have a higher glycemic index (86) than black turtle bean (20).
Beans, black turtle, mature seeds, raw and Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +595.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1233.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +252.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +974.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +809.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +633.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +671.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +700% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.3% |
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 | +2000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1011.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +503.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +84.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +204.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +180% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2860% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.25 g
Fats:
0.9 g
Carbs:
63.25 g
Water:
11 g
Other:
3.6 g
Protein:
2.05 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
17.49 g
Water:
79.25 g
Other:
1.12 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +936.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +900% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +261.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +221.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +620.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.232 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.078 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.387 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.042 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3800% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +821.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 444µg | 15µg | 107% |
| Iron | 8.7mg | 0.81mg | 99% |
| Copper | 1mg | 0.11mg | 99% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.9mg | 0.081mg | 68% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 57mg | 55% |
| Fiber | 15.5g | 2.1g | 54% |
| Protein | 21.25g | 2.05g | 38% |
| Manganese | 1mg | 0.2mg | 35% |
| Magnesium | 160mg | 23mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 1500mg | 425mg | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 19.7mg | 22% |
| Zinc | 2.2mg | 0.3mg | 17% |
| Carbs | 63.25g | 17.49g | 15% |
| Calcium | 160mg | 12mg | 15% |
| Calories | 339kcal | 77kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.899mg | 0.295mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.193mg | 0.032mg | 12% |
| Starch | 15.29g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.955mg | 1.061mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 3.2µg | 0.4µg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 5.6µg | 2µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.387g | 0.042g | 2% |
| Choline | 12.1mg | 2% | |
| Fats | 0.9g | 0.09g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.232g | 0.025g | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.286mg | 0.298mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 47.75g | 15.39g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.12g | 0.82g | N/A |
| Sodium | 9mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.078g | 0.002g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.252mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.894mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.697mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.459mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.32mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.112mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.592mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.26g | 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
60%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
135%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.207g)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Black turtle bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Black turtle bean is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Black turtle bean is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)