Jerusalem artichoke vs. Arrowroot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between jerusalem artichoke and arrowroot
- Jerusalem artichoke has more iron; however, arrowroot is higher in folate and vitamin B6.
- Arrowroot covers your daily need for folate, 81% more than jerusalem artichoke.
- Jerusalem artichoke has 2 times more iron than arrowroot. While jerusalem artichoke has 3.4mg of iron, arrowroot has only 2.22mg.
- The glycemic index of arrowroot is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Jerusalem-artichokes, raw and Arrowroot, 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 more CalciumCalcium | +133.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +53.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +47.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +425% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +25.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +190% |
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 | +110.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +39.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +36% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +30.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +245.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2500% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2 g
Fats:
0.01 g
Carbs:
17.44 g
Water:
78.01 g
Other:
2.54 g
Protein:
4.24 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
13.39 g
Water:
80.75 g
Other:
1.42 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +78.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +112% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1900% |
~equal in
Water
~80.75g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.001 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.092 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -100% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +9100% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~0.004g
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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| Folate | 13µg | 338µg | 81% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.077mg | 0.266mg | 15% |
| Iron | 3.4mg | 2.22mg | 15% |
| Choline | 30mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.2mg | 0.143mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.174mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.12mg | 0.63mg | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4.24g | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 78mg | 98mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 1.9mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 25mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 0.292mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.3mg | 1.693mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.14mg | 0.121mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.001g | 0.092g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 4mg | 26mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 1.3g | 1% |
| Potassium | 429mg | 454mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 17.44g | 13.39g | 1% |
| Calories | 73kcal | 65kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 0.01g | 0.2g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.84g | 12.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9.6g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.7µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.059mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.039g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.004g | 0.004g | 0% |
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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
13%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jerusalem artichoke contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.039g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jerusalem artichoke is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arrowroot is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.6g)
Which food is cheaper?
Arrowroot is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Arrowroot is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)