Jícama raw vs. Cherry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between jícama raw and cherries?
- Jícama raw is richer in fiber and vitamin C, yet cherries are richer in vitamin A and copper.
- Cherries' daily need coverage for vitamin A is 25% higher.
- Jícama raw has 3 times more fiber than cherries. Jícama raw has 4.9g of fiber, while cherries have 1.6g.
- Jícama raw contains less sugar.
We used Yambean (jicama), raw and Cherries, sour, red, raw types in this comparison.
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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 IronIron | +87.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +60% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +20% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +15.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +116.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +86.7% |
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 | +102% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +557.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +123% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +6300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +37.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +600% |
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 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
12.18 g
Water:
86.13 g
Other:
0.39 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +38.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +233.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +38.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30% |
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Water
~86.13g
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
0.068 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.082 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.09 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1540% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +109.3% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 4.9g | 1.6g | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 10mg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 64µg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.104mg | 6% |
| Fructose | 3.51g | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.32mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.07mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 2.1µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.112mg | 2% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 6.1mg | 1% |
| Folate | 12µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.4mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 1g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 50kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.03mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 173mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 12.18g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 10.58g | N/A |
| Calcium | 12mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 8.49g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 15mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 3mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.143mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0.068g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0.082g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.09g | 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%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jícama raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.69g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.047g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is cheaper?
Jícama raw is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cherry contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.
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.