Jícama raw vs. Mandarin orange — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between jícama raw and mandarin oranges
- Jícama raw has more fiber and iron, while mandarin oranges have more vitamin A and vitamin C.
- Mandarin oranges' daily need coverage for vitamin A is 13% higher.
- Mandarin oranges contain 4 times less iron than jícama raw. Jícama raw contains 0.6mg of iron, while mandarin oranges contain 0.15mg.
- The amount of sugar in jícama raw is lower.
- Jícama raw has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of jícama raw is 17, while the glycemic index of mandarin oranges is 47.
The food types used in this comparison are Yambean (jicama), raw and Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), 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 IronIron | +300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +128.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +53.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +600% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +208.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +10.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
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 | +130% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +32.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +3300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +190% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +24.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +88% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +85.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
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:
0.81 g
Fats:
0.31 g
Carbs:
13.34 g
Water:
85.17 g
Other:
0.37 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +244.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +51.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +23.3% |
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Water
~85.17g
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
0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.065 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1100% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +51.2% |
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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| Fiber | 4.9g | 1.8g | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 26.7mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.15mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 34µg | 4% |
| Fructose | 2.4g | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.078mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.058mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 37mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.2mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 13.34g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.216mg | 2% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 10.2mg | 1% |
| Folate | 12µg | 16µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.376mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.036mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 53kcal | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.042mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 0.81g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0.31g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 11.54g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 166mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 10.58g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0.039g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0.06g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.065g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.016mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0.017mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.002mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0.018mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.011mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mandarin orange contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mandarin orange is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jícama raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.78g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.018g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is cheaper?
Jícama raw is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jícama raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)