Jícama raw vs. Soba — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are jícama raw and soba different?
- Jícama raw is richer in vitamin C, while soba is higher in manganese and vitamin B1.
- Jícama raw covers your daily need for vitamin C, 22% more than soba.
- Jícama raw contains 4 times more potassium than soba. Jícama raw contains 150mg of potassium, while soba contains 35mg.
- Soba has a higher glycemic index (46) than jícama raw (17).
Yambean (jicama), raw and Noodles, japanese, soba, cooked types were used in this article.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +328.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +500% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +523.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +11.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +71.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +370% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +155% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +74.1% |
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:
0.1 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
73.01 g
Other:
0.39 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +602.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +143.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30% |
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
0.019 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.026 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.031 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +38.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +420% |
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Saturated fat
~0.019g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 20% | |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.374mg | 14% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 5.06g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.094mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 21.44g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.008mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 38kcal | 99kcal | 3% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 35mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.48mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 60mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.235mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.51mg | 2% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 25mg | 1% |
| Folate | 12µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 12mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 21.44g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.8g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.026mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0.019g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0.026g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.031g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.072mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.177mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0.195mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0.33mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.214mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.072mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.119mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Soba is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.8g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Soba is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.002g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jícama raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jícama raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)