Jícama raw vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between jícama raw and potatoes
- Jícama raw has more fiber; however, potatoes are higher in vitamin B6, potassium, copper, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Potatoes cover your daily vitamin B6 needs 20% more than jícama raw.
- Potatoes contain 2 times less fiber than jícama raw. Jícama raw contains 4.9g of fiber, while potatoes contain 2.1g.
- The glycemic index of potatoes is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Yambean (jicama), raw and Potatoes, flesh and skin, 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 | -33.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +75% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +91.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +183.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +35% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +129.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +87.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +216.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +233.3% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4500% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +305% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +10.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +430.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +118.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +609.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +566.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
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:
2.05 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
17.49 g
Water:
79.25 g
Other:
1.12 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +184.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +98.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +273.3% |
~equal in
Fats
~0.09g
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
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.042 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +150% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~0.042g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.298mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 2.1g | 11% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 425mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.11mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 57mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.2mg | 6% |
| Starch | 15.29g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.081mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 1.061mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.295mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 17.49g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 23mg | 3% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 2.05g | 3% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.81mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 77kcal | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 19.7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Folate | 12µg | 15µg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0.09g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 15.39g | N/A |
| Calcium | 12mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 0.82g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0.025g | 0% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 12.1mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0.002g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.042g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.26g | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Fats diet | Equal | |
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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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.98g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.004g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
Which food is cheaper?
Jícama raw is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.