Grapefruit vs. Mandarin orange — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between grapefruit and mandarin oranges
- Grapefruit contains less sugar.
- Mandarin oranges have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of mandarin oranges is 47, while the glycemic index of grapefruit is 25.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Grapefruit, raw, pink and red, all areas and Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), raw.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +68.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +23% |
| Contains more IronIron | +87.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +77.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +16.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +68.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +21.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +53.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +34.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +84.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +47.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +23.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +32.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.77 g
Fats:
0.14 g
Carbs:
10.66 g
Water:
88.06 g
Other:
0.37 g
Protein:
0.81 g
Fats:
0.31 g
Carbs:
13.34 g
Water:
85.17 g
Other:
0.37 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +121.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.1% |
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Protein
~0.81g
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Water
~85.17g
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Other
~0.37g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.021 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.036 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.065 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -46.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +200% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +80.6% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
3.51 g
Glucose:
1.61 g
Fructose:
1.77 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
6.05 g
Glucose:
2.13 g
Fructose:
2.4 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +72.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +32.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +35.6% |
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Starch
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
~0g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 42kcal | 53kcal |
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| Protein | 0.77g | 0.81g |
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| Fats | 0.14g | 0.31g |
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| Vitamin C | 31.2mg | 26.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 9.06g | 11.54g |
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| Carbs | 10.66g | 13.34g |
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| Magnesium | 9mg | 12mg |
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| Calcium | 22mg | 37mg |
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| Potassium | 135mg | 166mg |
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| Iron | 0.08mg | 0.15mg |
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| Sugar | 6.89g | 10.58g |
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| Fiber | 1.6g | 1.8g |
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| Copper | 0.032mg | 0.042mg |
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| Zinc | 0.07mg | 0.07mg | |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 20mg |
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| Sodium | 0mg | 2mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1150IU | 681IU |
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| Vitamin A | 58µg | 34µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.13mg | 0.2mg |
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| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.039mg |
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| Selenium | 0.1µg | 0.1µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.043mg | 0.058mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.031mg | 0.036mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.204mg | 0.376mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.262mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.053mg | 0.078mg |
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| Folate | 13µg | 16µg |
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| Choline | 7.7mg | 10.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.021g | 0.039g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.02g | 0.06g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.036g | 0.065g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.008mg | 0.002mg |
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| Threonine | 0.013mg | 0.016mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.008mg | 0.017mg |
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| Leucine | 0.015mg | 0.028mg |
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| Lysine | 0.019mg | 0.032mg |
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| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.002mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.013mg | 0.018mg |
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| Valine | 0.015mg | 0.021mg |
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| Histidine | 0.008mg | 0.011mg |
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| Fructose | 1.77g | 2.4g |
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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
18%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
5%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mandarin orange is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mandarin orange is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Grapefruit is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.69g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Grapefruit contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Grapefruit is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.018g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Grapefruit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is cheaper?
Grapefruit is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)