Figs vs. Plantain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between figs and plantains?
- The amount of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium in plantains is higher than in figs.
- Plantains contain 18 times less calcium than figs. Figs contain 35mg of calcium, while plantains contain 2mg.
- Plantains have less sugar.
- Plantains have a lower glycemic index (37) than figs (61).
We used Figs, raw and Plantains, cooked types 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 CalciumCalcium | +1650% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +15.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +88.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +100.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +56.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +600% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +30.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +28.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +571.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +445% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +542.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +18.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +89% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +112.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +333.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +170.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +66.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +62.4% |
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Protein
~0.79g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -13% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +340% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +336.4% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 2mg | 10.9mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.24mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 465mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.128mg | 6% | |
| Folate | 6µg | 26µg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 45µg | 4% |
| Carbs | 19.18g | 31.15g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 32mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.7µg | 0.7µg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.37mg | 0.58mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 2mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 1.4µg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 2.3g | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 0.756mg | 2% |
| Calories | 74kcal | 116kcal | 2% |
| Choline | 4.7mg | 12.7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.3mg | 0.233mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.144g | 0.033g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.046mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.75g | 0.79g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.18g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 16.28g | 28.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 16.26g | 14g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.15mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06g | 0.069g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.066g | 0.015g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.006mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.024mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.023mg | 0.022mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.033mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.03mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.028mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 0.039mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Plantain is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.26g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Plantain is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Plantain is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Plantain is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Figs contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Figs is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.009g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.