Jícama raw vs. Spaghetti — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between jícama raw and spaghetti
- Jícama raw has more vitamin C and fiber; however, spaghetti has more selenium, manganese, copper, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for spaghetti is 47% higher.
- Spaghetti has a higher glycemic index than jícama raw.
Food types used in this article are Yambean (jicama), raw and Pasta, cooked, unenriched, without added salt.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +71.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +240.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +20% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +108.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +218.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +222.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +436.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3671.4% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +666.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +45% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +20.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +71.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +112.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.7% |
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:
5.8 g
Fats:
0.93 g
Carbs:
30.86 g
Water:
62.13 g
Other:
0.28 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +45% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +705.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +933.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +249.9% |
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Other
~0.28g
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
0.176 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.131 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.326 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2520% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +658.1% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 26.4µg | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 1.8g | 12% |
| Starch | 26.01g | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.322mg | 11% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 5.8g | 10% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 30.86g | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 58mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 158kcal | 6% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.51mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.06mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.326g | 2% |
| Folate | 12µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0.93g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0.176g | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.049mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.4mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 7mg | 1% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 6.4mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 29.06g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 0.56g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0.131g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.206mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0.228mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0.44mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.133mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0.262mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.03g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.024g | N/A |
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
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30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spaghetti is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.24g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spaghetti contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.155g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Jícama raw is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
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 richer in minerals?
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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.