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Jícama raw vs. Nachos — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between jícama raw and nachos

  • Jícama raw has more vitamin C, while nachos have more phosphorus, vitamin E, vitamin K, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2.
  • Nachos' daily need coverage for phosphorus is 26% higher.
  • Nachos contain 18 times less vitamin C than jícama raw. Jícama raw contains 20.2mg of vitamin C, while nachos contain 1.1mg.
  • The amount of sodium 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 nachos is 75.

The food types used in this comparison are Yambean (jicama), raw and Fast foods, nachos, with cheese.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 8.6% 3.6% 13% 23% 16% 4.4% 7.7% 0.52% 7.8% 3.8%
Nachos
Nachos
9
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 30% 19% 32% 28% 21% 23% 85% 41% 24% 47%
Contains less SodiumSodium -98.7%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +250%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +425%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +141.3%
Contains more IronIron +25%
Contains more CopperCopper +33.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +437.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1000%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +211.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +1128.6%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 67% 0.33% 9.2% 0% 5% 6.7% 3.8% 8.1% 9.7% 0% 0.75% 9% 7.4%
Nachos
Nachos
10
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 3.7% 1.7% 82% 0% 31% 31% 12% 23% 50% 8.8% 48% 7.5% 14%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +1736.4%
Contains more FolateFolate +20%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +400%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +787%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +515%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +358.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +215%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +181.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +411.9%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +6333.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +94.1%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
9% 90%
Protein: 0.72 g
Fats: 0.09 g
Carbs: 8.82 g
Water: 90.07 g
Other: 0.3 g
Nachos
Nachos
4
4% 22% 35% 37% 2%
Protein: 4.32 g
Fats: 21.5 g
Carbs: 34.91 g
Water: 37.4 g
Other: 1.87 g
Contains more WaterWater +140.8%
Contains more ProteinProtein +500%
Contains more FatsFats +23788.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +295.8%
Contains more OtherOther +523.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
30% 7% 62%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.021 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.043 g
Nachos
Nachos
2
10% 66% 24%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.173 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 14.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.04 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +280300%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +11620.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Jícama raw Nachos
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Jícama raw Nachos DV% diff.
Monounsaturated fat 0.005g 14.02g 35%
Fats 0.09g 21.5g 33%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.043g 5.04g 33%
Phosphorus 18mg 198mg 26%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 4.08mg 24%
Vitamin C 20.2mg 1.1mg 21%
Vitamin K 0.3µg 19.3µg 16%
Calories 38kcal 343kcal 15%
Selenium 0.7µg 8.6µg 14%
Vitamin B6 0.042mg 0.215mg 13%
Sodium 4mg 313mg 13%
Starch 28.33g 12%
Saturated fat 0.021g 2.173g 10%
Carbs 8.82g 34.91g 9%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.123mg 9%
Vitamin B2 0.029mg 0.133mg 8%
Fiber 4.9g 3.2g 7%
Magnesium 12mg 42mg 7%
Protein 0.72g 4.32g 7%
Zinc 0.16mg 0.86mg 6%
Manganese 0.06mg 0.187mg 6%
Potassium 150mg 362mg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.135mg 0.38mg 5%
Calcium 12mg 63mg 5%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.07µg 3%
Vitamin B3 0.2mg 0.63mg 3%
Copper 0.048mg 0.064mg 2%
Choline 13.6mg 26.4mg 2%
Iron 0.6mg 0.75mg 2%
Folate 12µg 10µg 1%
Cholesterol 0mg 3mg 1%
Net carbs 3.92g 31.71g N/A
Sugar 1.8g 2.17g N/A
Vitamin A 1µg 5µg 0%
Trans fat 0g 0.058g N/A
Tryptophan 0.042mg 0%
Threonine 0.018mg 0.156mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.016mg 0.187mg 0%
Leucine 0.025mg 0.521mg 0%
Lysine 0.026mg 0.156mg 0%
Methionine 0.007mg 0.094mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.017mg 0.229mg 0%
Valine 0.022mg 0.25mg 0%
Histidine 0.019mg 0.135mg 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.617g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.032g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.011g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.343g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Jícama raw Nachos
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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%
Jícama raw
24%
Nachos
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Jícama raw
35%
Nachos

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Nachos
Nachos is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nachos
Nachos is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jícama raw
Jícama raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jícama raw
Jícama raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.37g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 309mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.152g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 58)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Jícama raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170073/nutrients
  2. Nachos - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170291/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.