Asparagus vs. Potato pancake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between asparagus and potato pancake
- Asparagus has more vitamin K and vitamin A, while potato pancake has more vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B12, and selenium.
- Potato pancake covers your daily need for sodium, 33% more than asparagus.
- Asparagus contains 15 times more vitamin K than potato pancake. While asparagus contains 41.6µg of vitamin K, potato pancake contains only 2.7µg.
- The amount of saturated fat in asparagus is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Asparagus, raw and Potato pancakes.
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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 IronIron | +28.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +157.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +207.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +29.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +146.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +64.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +287% |
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 | +18.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +391.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1440.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +26.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +392.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +10.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +71% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +176.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +392.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +363.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.2 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
3.88 g
Water:
93.22 g
Other:
0.58 g
Protein:
6.08 g
Fats:
14.76 g
Carbs:
27.81 g
Water:
47.77 g
Other:
3.58 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +95.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +176.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12200% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +616.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +517.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.496 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.516 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +14932% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.23 g
Glucose:
0.65 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
20.88 g
Sucrose:
0.39 g
Glucose:
0.76 g
Fructose:
0.56 g
Lactose:
0.03 g
Maltose:
0.03 g
Galactose:
0.03 g
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +78.6% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +69.6% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +16.9% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 7.516g | 50% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 764mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 95mg | 32% |
| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 2.7µg | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.448mg | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 27.6mg | 24% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 14.76g | 23% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.29µg | 12% |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 8.9µg | 12% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 268kcal | 12% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 622mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 128mg | 11% |
| Choline | 16mg | 74.2mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 2.496g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 0.757mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 3.73g | 9% |
| Starch | 20.88g | 9% | |
| Protein | 2.2g | 6.08g | 8% |
| Carbs | 3.88g | 27.81g | 8% |
| Iron | 2.14mg | 1.67mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 0.23mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 3.3g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 36mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.26mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 1.672mg | 4% |
| Folate | 52µg | 41µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.173mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1g | 0.56g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.158mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 32µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.189mg | 0.18mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 32mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 11IU | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.78g | 24.51g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.88g | 1.79g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.075mg | 0.28mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.128mg | 0.442mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.104mg | 0.389mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.075mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.115mg | 0.369mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0.141mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
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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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37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato pancake is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.09g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato pancake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato pancake is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato pancake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato pancake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Asparagus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 762mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.456g)