Jícama raw vs. Wafer — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between jícama raw and wafer
- Jícama raw has more vitamin C; however, wafer is richer in copper, iron, manganese, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and vitamin B1.
- Wafer covers your daily copper needs 46% more than jícama raw.
- Jícama raw contains less sodium.
- Wafer has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of wafer is 61, while the glycemic index of jícama raw is 17.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Yambean (jicama), raw and Cookies, chocolate wafers.
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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 | -99.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +341.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +158.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +40% |
| Contains more IronIron | +568.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +864.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +581.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +633.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1060% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +714.3% |
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 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +56.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +915% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +817.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1329% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +182.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +700% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +291.7% |
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:
6.6 g
Fats:
14.2 g
Carbs:
72.7 g
Water:
4.5 g
Other:
2 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1901.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +816.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +15677.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +724.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +566.7% |
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
4.241 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.865 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.153 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +97200% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +9558.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.463mg | 46% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 4.01mg | 43% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.696mg | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 4.153g | 27% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 580mg | 25% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 14.2g | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 20.2mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 72.7g | 21% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 433kcal | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 4.241g | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.029mg | 0.266mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 2.858mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 132mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.203mg | 15% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 6.6g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 4.865g | 12% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 53mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 5.7µg | 9% |
| Folate | 12µg | 47µg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 1.09mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 3.4g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.135mg | 0.381mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.09µg | 4% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 10mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.72mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 31mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 210mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 2.4µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.051mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.92g | 69.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 37.43g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 14.3mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0.261mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0.447mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.105mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0.308mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0.323mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
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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%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wafer is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Wafer is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jícama raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jícama raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 35.63g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 576mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.22g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)