Crab meat vs. Sweet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between crab meat and sweet potato
- Crab meat is richer in vitamin B12, copper, selenium, zinc, phosphorus, and folate, yet sweet potato is richer in vitamin A and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for crab meat is 479% higher.
- Crab meat has a lower glycemic index than sweet potato.
Food types used in this article are Crustaceans, crab, alaska king, cooked, moist heat and Sweet potato, raw, unprepared.
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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 | +152% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +96.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +682.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2440% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +495.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6566.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +28.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +545% |
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 | +216.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +140.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +363.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +7777.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +47.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +10.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.35 g
Fats:
1.54 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
77.55 g
Other:
1.56 g
Protein:
1.57 g
Fats:
0.05 g
Carbs:
20.12 g
Water:
77.28 g
Other:
0.98 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1132.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2980% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +59.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Water
~77.28g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.133 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.185 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.536 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.001 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.014 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +18400% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3728.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86.5% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 11.5µg | 0µg | 479% |
| Copper | 1.182mg | 0.151mg | 115% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 709µg | 78% |
| Selenium | 40µg | 0.6µg | 72% |
| Zinc | 7.62mg | 0.3mg | 67% |
| Sodium | 1072mg | 55mg | 44% |
| Protein | 19.35g | 1.57g | 36% |
| Phosphorus | 280mg | 47mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 0mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3g | 12% |
| Folate | 51µg | 11µg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.258mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 63mg | 25mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.4mg | 0.8mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 0g | 20.12g | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 7.6mg | 2.4mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.34mg | 0.557mg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.65g | 5% | |
| Calcium | 59mg | 30mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.536g | 0.014g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 262mg | 337mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.053mg | 0.078mg | 2% |
| Choline | 12.3mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 0.61mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.18mg | 0.209mg | 2% |
| Fats | 1.54g | 0.05g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.133g | 0.018g | 1% |
| Calories | 97kcal | 86kcal | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.7g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 17.12g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.18g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.061mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.185g | 0.001g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.269mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.783mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0.055mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.536mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.684mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.545mg | 0.029mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.817mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.91mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.393mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.295g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.118g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.031g | 0g | 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
125%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
120%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sweet potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet potato contains less Sodium (difference - 1017mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sweet potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.115g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sweet potato is cheaper (difference - $11.8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Crab meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.18g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Crab meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Crab meat is relatively richer in minerals