Jícama raw vs. Cassava — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between jícama raw and cassava?
- Jícama raw is higher in fiber, yet cassava is higher in manganese, copper, and vitamin B1.
- Cassava's daily need coverage for manganese is 14% more.
- Jícama raw has 3 times more fiber than cassava. While jícama raw has 4.9g of fiber, cassava has only 1.8g.
- The glycemic index of jícama raw is lower.
We used Yambean (jicama), raw and Cassava, 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 more IronIron | +122.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +75% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +80.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +108.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +112.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +540% |
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 EVitamin E | +142.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +26.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +335% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +327% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +109.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +533.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +125% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +74.3% |
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:
1.36 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
38.06 g
Water:
59.68 g
Other:
0.62 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +50.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +88.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +211.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +331.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +106.7% |
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
0.074 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.075 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.048 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1400% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +11.6% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.384mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 1.8g | 12% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 38.06g | 10% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 160kcal | 6% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.087mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 271mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.27mg | 4% |
| Folate | 12µg | 27µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.088mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.854mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 23.7mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.34mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.19mg | 2% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 1.36g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 1.9µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.048mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.107mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0.28g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 20.6mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 36.26g | N/A |
| Calcium | 12mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 1.7g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.7µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0.074g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0.075g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.048g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.019mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0.039mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0.026mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.02mg | 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%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.053g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 77)
Which food is cheaper?
Jícama raw is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cassava is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.1g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cassava is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cassava is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)