Plantain raw vs. Pineapple — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between plantain raw and pineapple
- Plantain raw has more vitamin B6, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin A; however, pineapple is higher in vitamin C.
- Pineapple covers your daily need for vitamin C, 33% more than plantain raw.
- Plantain raw has 19 times more vitamin A than pineapple. While plantain raw has 56µg of vitamin A, pineapple has only 3µg.
- Pineapple has less sugar.
- The glycemic index of pineapple is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Plantains, raw and Pineapple, raw, all varieties.
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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 | +208.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +357.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +106.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +325% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1400% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +333.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +35.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75% |
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 | +1843.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +68.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +37.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +22.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +167% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +22.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +145.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +159.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +51.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.3 g
Fats:
0.37 g
Carbs:
31.89 g
Water:
65.28 g
Other:
1.16 g
Protein:
0.54 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
13.12 g
Water:
86 g
Other:
0.22 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +140.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +208.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +143.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +427.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +31.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.143 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.069 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.009 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.04 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +146.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +72.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -93.7% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 122kcal | 50kcal |
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| Protein | 1.3g | 0.54g |
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| Fats | 0.37g | 0.12g |
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| Vitamin C | 18.4mg | 47.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 29.59g | 11.72g |
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| Carbs | 31.89g | 13.12g |
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| Magnesium | 37mg | 12mg |
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| Calcium | 3mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 499mg | 109mg |
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| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.29mg |
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| Sugar | 15g | 9.85g |
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| Fiber | 2.3g | 1.4g |
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| Copper | 0.081mg | 0.11mg |
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| Zinc | 0.14mg | 0.12mg |
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| Phosphorus | 34mg | 8mg |
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| Sodium | 4mg | 1mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1127IU | 58IU |
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| Vitamin A | 56µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 0.02mg |
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| Manganese | 0.927mg |
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| Selenium | 1.5µg | 0.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.052mg | 0.079mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.054mg | 0.032mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.686mg | 0.5mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.213mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.299mg | 0.112mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.7µg | 0.7µg | |
| Folate | 22µg | 18µg |
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| Choline | 13.5mg | 5.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.143g | 0.009g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0.032g | 0.013g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.069g | 0.04g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.015mg | 0.005mg |
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| Threonine | 0.034mg | 0.019mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.036mg | 0.019mg |
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| Leucine | 0.059mg | 0.024mg |
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| Lysine | 0.06mg | 0.026mg |
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| Methionine | 0.017mg | 0.012mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.044mg | 0.021mg |
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| Valine | 0.046mg | 0.024mg |
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| Histidine | 0.064mg | 0.01mg |
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| Fructose | 2.12g |
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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
22%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Plantain raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is cheaper?
Plantain raw is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Plantain raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Plantain raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pineapple is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.15g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pineapple contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pineapple is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.134g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)