Figs vs. Zucchini — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between figs and zucchini?
- Figs are richer in fiber, while zucchini is higher in vitamin C.
- Zucchini's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 18% higher.
- Zucchini has 7 times less sugar than figs. Figs have 16.26g of sugar, while zucchini has 2.5g.
- Figs have a higher glycemic index (61) than zucchini (15).
We used Figs, raw and Squash, summer, zucchini, includes skin, raw 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 CalciumCalcium | +118.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +113.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +171.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +38.3% |
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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +47.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +795% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +88% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +12.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +44.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +102.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +516.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +61.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.8% |
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Fats
~0.32g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -28.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +500% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +58.2% |
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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 2mg | 17.9mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 1g | 8% |
| Folate | 6µg | 24µg | 5% |
| Carbs | 19.18g | 3.11g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.163mg | 4% |
| Calories | 74kcal | 17kcal | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 38mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.094mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.128mg | 0.177mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.38g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.3mg | 0.204mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 16mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.053mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.15mg | 0.32mg | 2% |
| Protein | 0.75g | 1.21g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.045mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 261mg | 1% |
| Choline | 4.7mg | 9.5mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.32g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 16.28g | 2.11g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.37mg | 0.37mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 16.26g | 2.5g | N/A |
| Sodium | 1mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 10µg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 0.2µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 0.451mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 4.7µg | 4.3µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06g | 0.084g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.066g | 0.011g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.144g | 0.091g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.006mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.024mg | 0.029mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.023mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.033mg | 0.071mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.03mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0.018mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0.043mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.028mg | 0.054mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 0.026mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.061g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.03g | N/A |
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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15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Zucchini is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.76g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Zucchini is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is cheaper?
Zucchini is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Zucchini is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Zucchini is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Figs contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Figs is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.024g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)