Jícama raw vs. Tomato sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between jícama raw and tomato sauce
- Jícama raw has more vitamin C and fiber; however, tomato sauce is richer in vitamin A, copper, and vitamin E.
- Jícama raw covers your daily vitamin C needs 15% more than tomato sauce.
- Tomato sauce has 3 times less fiber than jícama raw. Jícama raw has 4.9g of fiber, while tomato sauce has 1.5g.
- Jícama raw contains less sugar.
- Tomato sauce has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of tomato sauce is 31, while the glycemic index of jícama raw is 17.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Yambean (jicama), raw and Tomato sauce, canned, no salt added.
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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 | -63.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +16.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +25% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +98% |
| Contains more IronIron | +60% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +139.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +88.3% |
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 | +188.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +37.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2100% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +213% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +124.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +395.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +128.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +833.3% |
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:
1.2 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
5.31 g
Water:
91.28 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +66.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +66.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +233.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +536.7% |
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Water
~91.28g
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
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.121 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -48.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +780% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +181.4% |
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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| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 7mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 1.5g | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 1.44mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.115mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.991mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.96mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.098mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 297mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.309mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.065mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 2.8µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.113mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 22µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.67g | 2% | |
| Folate | 12µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 9.9mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0.121g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 1.2g | 1% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 24kcal | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 5.31g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 3.81g | N/A |
| Calcium | 12mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 3.56g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.6µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.024mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0.041g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0.044g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0.034mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.02mg | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tomato sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tomato sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jícama raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.76g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.02g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
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 ($)