Cassava vs. Russet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between cassava and russet potatoes
- Cassava has more vitamin C and manganese; however, russet potatoes are richer in vitamin B6, iron, potassium, phosphorus, and vitamin B5.
- Russet potatoes cover your daily vitamin B6 needs 20% more than cassava.
- Russet potatoes have 2 times less vitamin C than cassava. Cassava has 20.6mg of vitamin C, while russet potatoes have 8.3mg.
- Cassava has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of cassava is 94, while the glycemic index of russet potatoes is 82.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Cassava, raw and Potatoes, Russet, flesh and skin, baked.
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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 ManganeseManganese | +68.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +40% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +12.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +103% |
| Contains more IronIron | +296.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +163% |
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 | +148.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +171.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +29.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +58% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +57.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +255.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +302.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.36 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
38.06 g
Water:
59.68 g
Other:
0.62 g
Protein:
2.63 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
74.45 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +115.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +77.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +93.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +24.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +117.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.074 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.075 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.048 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.054 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2400% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -56.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12.5% |
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 | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.088mg | 0.354mg | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 20.6mg | 8.3mg | 14% |
| Iron | 0.27mg | 1.07mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 271mg | 550mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.45g | 7% | |
| Manganese | 0.384mg | 0.228mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 38.06g | 21.44g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 27mg | 71mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.107mg | 0.38mg | 5% |
| Calories | 160kcal | 97kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.854mg | 1.348mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.36g | 2.63g | 3% |
| Choline | 23.7mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.087mg | 0.067mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 30mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 2.3g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.107mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.28g | 0.13g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 36.26g | 19.14g | N/A |
| Calcium | 16mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.7g | 1.08g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.34mg | 0.35mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.5µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.048mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Folate | 27µg | 26µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.074g | 0.032g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.075g | 0.003g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0.054g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.019mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.028mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.027mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.039mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.044mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.011mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.026mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.035mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.02mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0% |
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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
14%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Russet potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.62g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Russet potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.042g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Russet potato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Russet potato is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Russet potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (14 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.