Figs vs. Tofu — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between figs and tofu?
- Figs are richer in fiber and vitamin B6, while tofu is higher in iron, calcium, manganese, selenium, copper, phosphorus, and zinc.
- Tofu's daily need coverage for iron is 62% higher.
- Tofu has 10 times less fiber than figs. Figs have 2.9g of fiber, while tofu has 0.3g.
- Figs have a higher glycemic index (61) than tofu (15).
We used Figs, raw and Tofu, raw, regular, prepared with calcium sulfate types in this comparison.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +91.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +76.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +900% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1348.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +175.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +433.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +592.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +372.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4350% |
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 | +1900% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +105.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +341.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +140.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +95.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +35% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +512.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +925.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +977.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1493.3% |
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Water
~84.55g
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Other
~0.72g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1500% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1774.3% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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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 vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.37mg | 5.36mg | 62% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 350mg | 32% |
| Manganese | 0.128mg | 0.605mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.144g | 2.699g | 17% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 8.9µg | 16% |
| Protein | 0.75g | 8.08g | 15% |
| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.193mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 97mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 0.3g | 10% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 4.78g | 7% |
| Carbs | 19.18g | 1.87g | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.15mg | 0.8mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.047mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.3mg | 0.068mg | 5% |
| Choline | 4.7mg | 28.8mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 30mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 121mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06g | 0.691g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.081mg | 2% |
| Folate | 6µg | 15µg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.066g | 1.056g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 0.1mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 4.7µg | 2.4µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 0.195mg | 1% |
| Calories | 74kcal | 76kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 16.28g | 1.57g | N/A |
| Sugar | 16.26g | 0.62g | N/A |
| Sodium | 1mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.006mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.024mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.023mg | 0.435mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.033mg | 0.713mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.03mg | 0.452mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0.428mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.028mg | 0.446mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 0.221mg | 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
8%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 15.64g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tofu is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is cheaper?
Tofu is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tofu is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Figs contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Figs is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.631g)
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.