Figs vs. Apple — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between figs and apples
- Apples have less vitamin B6.
- Figs have 6 times more calcium than apples. Figs have 35mg of calcium, while apples have 6mg.
- Apples are lower in sugar.
- Figs have a higher glycemic index than apples.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Figs, raw and Apples, raw, with skin.
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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 | +240% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +483.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +116.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +208.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +159.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +275% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +27.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +265.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 AVitamin A | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +252.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +92.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +339.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +391.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +175.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +113.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +38.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +130% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +63.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +188.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +76.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +38.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +230% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +842.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +182.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -53.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fructose | 5.9g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.041mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.3mg | 0.061mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.027mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 107mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.128mg | 0.035mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.017mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 6mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 4.6mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.37mg | 0.12mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 4.7µg | 2.2µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 19.18g | 13.81g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 2.4g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 0.091mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.026mg | 2% |
| Protein | 0.75g | 0.26g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.144g | 0.051g | 1% |
| Folate | 6µg | 3µg | 1% |
| Calories | 74kcal | 52kcal | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.15mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.17g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 16.28g | 11.41g | N/A |
| Sugar | 16.26g | 10.39g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.05g | 0% | |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06g | 0.028g | 0% |
| Choline | 4.7mg | 3.4mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.066g | 0.007g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.006mg | 0.001mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.024mg | 0.006mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.023mg | 0.006mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.033mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.03mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0.001mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0.006mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.028mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 0.005mg | 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
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4%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Figs is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Figs is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apple is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.87g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Apple is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.032g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Apple is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is cheaper?
Apple is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
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 (1 mg)