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Edamame vs. Lotus root — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Edamame and Lotus root?

  • Edamame is richer in Folate, Manganese, Iron, Phosphorus, Copper, Magnesium, and Zinc, yet Lotus root is richer in Vitamin C, and Vitamin B6.
  • Edamame's daily need coverage for Folate is 75% higher.
  • Edamame has 4 times more Manganese than Lotus root. Edamame has 1.024mg of Manganese, while Lotus root has 0.261mg.

We used Edamame, frozen, prepared and Lotus root, 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 46% 19% 38% 85% 115% 37% 72% 0.78% 134% 4.4%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 14% 49% 44% 86% 11% 43% 5.2% 34% 3.8%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +178.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +40%
Contains more IronIron +95.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +34.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +251.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +69%
Contains less SodiumSodium -85%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +292.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +14.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +27.5%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 20% 18% 14% 0% 50% 36% 17% 24% 23% 0% 67% 233% 31%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 147% 0% 0% 0% 40% 51% 7.5% 23% 60% 0% 0% 9.8% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +25%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +128.8%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +2292.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +621.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +41.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +158%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~0.377mg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
12% 5% 9% 73%
Protein: 11.91 g
Fats: 5.2 g
Carbs: 8.91 g
Water: 72.77 g
Other: 1.21 g
3% 17% 79%
Protein: 2.6 g
Fats: 0.1 g
Carbs: 17.23 g
Water: 79.1 g
Other: 0.97 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +358.1%
Contains more FatsFats +5100%
Contains more OtherOther +24.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +93.4%
~equal in Water ~79.1g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
15% 32% 53%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.62 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 1.282 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.156 g
43% 29% 29%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.03 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.02 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +6310%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +10680%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -95.2%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Edamame Lotus root
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Edamame Lotus root Opinion
Calories 121kcal 74kcal Edamame
Protein 11.91g 2.6g Edamame
Fats 5.2g 0.1g Edamame
Vitamin C 6.1mg 44mg Lotus root
Net carbs 3.71g 12.33g Lotus root
Carbs 8.91g 17.23g Lotus root
Magnesium 64mg 23mg Edamame
Calcium 63mg 45mg Edamame
Potassium 436mg 556mg Lotus root
Iron 2.27mg 1.16mg Edamame
Sugar 2.18g Lotus root
Fiber 5.2g 4.9g Edamame
Copper 0.345mg 0.257mg Edamame
Zinc 1.37mg 0.39mg Edamame
Starch 1.51g Edamame
Phosphorus 169mg 100mg Edamame
Sodium 6mg 40mg Edamame
Vitamin A 298IU 0IU Edamame
Vitamin A 15µg 0µg Edamame
Vitamin E 0.68mg Edamame
Manganese 1.024mg 0.261mg Edamame
Selenium 0.8µg 0.7µg Edamame
Vitamin B1 0.2mg 0.16mg Edamame
Vitamin B2 0.155mg 0.22mg Lotus root
Vitamin B3 0.915mg 0.4mg Edamame
Vitamin B5 0.395mg 0.377mg Edamame
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.258mg Lotus root
Vitamin K 26.7µg Edamame
Folate 311µg 13µg Edamame
Trans Fat 0.009g 0g Lotus root
Choline 56.3mg Edamame
Saturated Fat 0.62g 0.03g Lotus root
Monounsaturated Fat 1.282g 0.02g Edamame
Polyunsaturated fat 2.156g 0.02g Edamame
Tryptophan 0.126mg 0.02mg Edamame
Threonine 0.331mg 0.051mg Edamame
Isoleucine 0.3mg 0.054mg Edamame
Leucine 0.745mg 0.069mg Edamame
Lysine 0.745mg 0.094mg Edamame
Methionine 0.141mg 0.022mg Edamame
Phenylalanine 0.488mg 0.047mg Edamame
Valine 0.324mg 0.055mg Edamame
Histidine 0.267mg 0.038mg Edamame
Fructose 0.12g Edamame
Omega-3 - EPA 0.003g Edamame
Omega-3 - ALA 0.358g Edamame
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g Edamame
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 1.789g Edamame

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Edamame Lotus root
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
41%
Edamame
26%
Lotus root
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
Edamame
30%
Lotus root

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lotus root
Lotus root is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.18g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lotus root
Lotus root is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.59g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Edamame
Edamame contains less Sodium (difference - 34mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edamame
Edamame is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Edamame
Edamame is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edamame
Edamame is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Edamame - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168411/nutrients
  2. Lotus root - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169250/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.