Jícama raw vs. Mung bean — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between jícama raw and mung beans
- The amount of folate, copper, iron, vitamin B1, phosphorus, fiber, manganese, magnesium, vitamin B5, and potassium in mung beans is higher than in jícama raw.
- Mung beans cover your daily need for folate, 153% more than jícama raw.
- Jícama raw has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of jícama raw is 17, while the glycemic index of mung beans is 31.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Yambean (jicama), raw and Mung beans, mature seeds, 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 less SodiumSodium | -73.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1475% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1000% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +730.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1023.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1860.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1575% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1938.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1625% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1071.4% |
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 | +320.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +10.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3005% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +703.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1025.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1314.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +809.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +5108.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +619.9% |
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:
23.86 g
Fats:
1.15 g
Carbs:
62.62 g
Water:
9.05 g
Other:
3.32 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +895.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3213.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1177.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +610% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1006.7% |
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
0.348 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.161 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.384 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3120% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +793% |
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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| Folate | 12µg | 625µg | 153% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.941mg | 99% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 6.74mg | 77% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.621mg | 50% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 367mg | 50% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 16.3g | 46% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 23.86g | 46% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 1.035mg | 42% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 189mg | 42% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 1.91mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 1246mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.382mg | 26% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 2.68mg | 23% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 62.62g | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 4.8mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.233mg | 16% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 97.9mg | 15% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 347kcal | 15% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 8.2µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 2.251mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 132mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 9µg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.384g | 2% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 1.15g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0.348g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 46.32g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 6.6g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 15mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.51mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0.161g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.26mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.782mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 1.008mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 1.847mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 1.664mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.286mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 1.443mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 1.237mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.695mg | 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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79%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
126%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mung bean is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mung bean is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jícama raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.327g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Jícama raw is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)