Jícama raw vs. Coconut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between jícama raw and coconut?
- Jícama raw is higher in vitamin C, yet coconut is higher in manganese, copper, iron, selenium, fiber, phosphorus, zinc, and potassium.
- Coconut's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 148% more.
- Jícama raw has 6 times more vitamin C than coconut. While jícama raw has 20.2mg of vitamin C, coconut has only 3.3mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in jícama raw is lower.
- The glycemic index of jícama raw is lower.
We used Yambean (jicama), raw and Nuts, coconut meat, raw types in this article.
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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 | -80% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +166.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +137.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +305% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +806.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +587.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +527.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1342.9% |
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 | +512.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +91.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +45% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +50% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +230% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +170% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +28.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +116.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.72 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
8.82 g
Water:
90.07 g
Other:
0.3 g
Protein:
3.33 g
Fats:
33.49 g
Carbs:
15.23 g
Water:
46.99 g
Other:
0.96 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +91.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +362.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +37111.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +72.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +220% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.021 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.043 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
29.698 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.425 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.366 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +28400% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +751.2% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 29.698g | 135% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 1.5mg | 63% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 33.49g | 51% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.435mg | 43% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 2.43mg | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 3.3mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 10.1µg | 17% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 354kcal | 16% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 9g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 113mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 1.1mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 356mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 32mg | 5% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 3.33g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 1.425g | 4% |
| Folate | 12µg | 26µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.066mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.3mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 15.23g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.54mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.366g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.054mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 6.23g | N/A |
| Calcium | 12mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 6.23g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0.2µg | 0% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 12.1mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.039mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.121mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0.247mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.147mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.062mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0.169mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
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
10%
8%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jícama raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 29.677g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Jícama raw is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Coconut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.