Beer vs. Sweet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between beer and sweet potato
- The amount of vitamin A, copper, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, fiber, manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin B1 in sweet potato is higher than in beer.
- Sweet potato covers your daily vitamin A needs 284% more than beer.
- Beer has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of beer is 104, while the glycemic index of sweet potato is 70.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all and Sweet potato, raw, unprepared.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -92.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +316.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +650% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1148.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2950% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2920% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2900% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +235.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3125% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1460% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +144% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1851.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +354.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +83.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +21.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.46 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
3.55 g
Water:
91.96 g
Other:
4.03 g
Protein:
1.57 g
Fats:
0.05 g
Carbs:
20.12 g
Water:
77.28 g
Other:
0.98 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +19% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +311.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +241.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +466.8% |
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 Sugar |
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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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 709µg | 79% |
| Copper | 0.005mg | 0.151mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.041mg | 0.8mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 0.209mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.258mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 337mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.02mg | 0.61mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0.078mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 3.55g | 20.12g | 6% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 25mg | 5% |
| Starch | 0g | 12.65g | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 47mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 30mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.4mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0.3mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.061mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.8µg | 2% |
| Protein | 0.46g | 1.57g | 2% |
| Calories | 43kcal | 86kcal | 2% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 55mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.26mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.7g | 1% |
| Folate | 6µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.05g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.55g | 17.12g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 4.18g | N/A |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0.6µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.513mg | 0.557mg | 0% |
| Choline | 10.1mg | 12.3mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.018g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.001g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.014g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0mg | 0.055mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0mg | 0.029mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0mg | 0.031mg | 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
3%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sweet potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sweet potato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beer is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beer contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beer is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.018g)
Which food is cheaper?
Beer is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)