Jícama raw vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between jícama raw and brown sugar?
- Jícama raw is higher in vitamin C and fiber, yet brown sugar is higher in calcium.
- Jícama raw's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 22% more.
- The amount of sugar in jícama raw is lower.
- The glycemic index of jícama raw is lower.
We used Yambean (jicama), raw and Sugars, brown 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 more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +433.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +350% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +591.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +18.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +71.4% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +81.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +491.3% |
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:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +500% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +6621.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1012.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 8.82g | 98.09g | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 0g | 20% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 380kcal | 17% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 83mg | 7% |
| Folate | 12µg | 1µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 2.3mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 4mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.03mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.71mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 28mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 133mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1.2µg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 0.12g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.064mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0g | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 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%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jícama raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 95.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jícama raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.021g)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.