Carambola vs. Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are carambola and yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw different?
- Carambola is higher in vitamin C, copper, and vitamin B5; however, yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is richer in vitamin A, folate, magnesium, vitamin B1, manganese, vitamin B2, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for carambola is 17% higher.
- Carambola contains 7 times more vitamin B5 than yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw. While carambola contains 0.391mg of vitamin B5, yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw contains only 0.055mg.
- Carambola has a lower glycemic index (45) than yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw (86).
Carambola, (starfruit), raw and Yardlong bean, raw are the varieties 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 | +185.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +340% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1566.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +80.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +487.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +208.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +391.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +454.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +150% |
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 | +83% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +610.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1333.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +664.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +587.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +11.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +41.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +416.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.04 g
Fats:
0.33 g
Carbs:
6.73 g
Water:
91.38 g
Other:
0.52 g
Protein:
2.8 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
8.35 g
Water:
87.85 g
Other:
0.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +169.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +21.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +24.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.4% |
~equal in
Water
~87.85g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.019 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.03 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.184 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.036 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.169 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +20% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~0.169g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 34.4mg | 18.8mg | 17% |
| Folate | 12µg | 62µg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 11% | |
| Copper | 0.137mg | 0.048mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.014mg | 0.107mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 44mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.205mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.391mg | 0.055mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.016mg | 0.11mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 12mg | 59mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.08mg | 0.47mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 50mg | 5% |
| Protein | 1.04g | 2.8g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 43µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 240mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.12mg | 0.37mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1.5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.017mg | 0.024mg | 1% |
| Choline | 7.6mg | 1% | |
| Calories | 31kcal | 47kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 6.73g | 8.35g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.33g | 0.4g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.93g | 8.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.98g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.367mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.019g | 0.105g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.03g | 0.036g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.184g | 0.169g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.008mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.044mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.044mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.077mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.077mg | 0.184mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.021mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.037mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.05mg | 0.162mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.008mg | 0.09mg | 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%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
17%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.98g)
Which food is cheaper?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Carambola contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Carambola is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.086g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Carambola is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.