Jícama raw vs. Gratin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between jícama raw and gratin?
- Jícama raw is richer in fiber and vitamin C, yet gratin is richer in phosphorus, copper, calcium, vitamin B6, and potassium.
- Gratin's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 24% higher.
- Jícama raw has 3 times more fiber than gratin. Jícama raw has 4.9g of fiber, while gratin has 1.8g.
- Jícama raw contains less sodium.
We used Yambean (jicama), raw and Potatoes, au gratin, home-prepared from recipe using butter 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 less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +891.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +164% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +233.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +331.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +527.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +168.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +285.7% |
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 | +104% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +6300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +220% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +396.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +186.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +314.3% |
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:
5.06 g
Fats:
7.59 g
Carbs:
11.27 g
Water:
74 g
Other:
2.08 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +21.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +602.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8333.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +593.3% |
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
4.733 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.149 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.276 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +42880% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +541.9% |
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 4.733g | 21% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 433mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 113mg | 14% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 7.59g | 12% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 1.8g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.16mg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 9.9mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 119mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.174mg | 10% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 5.06g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 23mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.116mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 396mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 64µg | 7% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 132kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.387mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.69mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.993mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 2.149g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.064mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 2.7µg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.161mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 3% | |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.276g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.64mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 11.27g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 9.47g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.8g | N/A | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Folate | 12µg | 11µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0.284mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0.443mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.381mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0.254mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0.325mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.151mg | 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%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jícama raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 429mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.712g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gratin is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.8g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gratin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gratin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.