Jicama (yam bean) vs. Endive — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between jicama (yam bean) and endive?
- Jicama (yam bean) is higher in vitamin C, yet endive is higher in vitamin A, folate, manganese, vitamin B5, copper, zinc, potassium, and vitamin B1.
- Endive's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 43% more.
- Jicama (yam bean) has 2 times more vitamin C than endive. While jicama (yam bean) has 14.1mg of vitamin C, endive has only 6.5mg.
- The glycemic index of jicama (yam bean) is lower.
We used Yambean (jicama), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt and Endive, raw types 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 less SodiumSodium | -81.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +250% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +36.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +372.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +132.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +45.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +115.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +426.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +75% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +636.8% |
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 | +116.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +10700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +370.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +167.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +110.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +643.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1675% |
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:
1.25 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
3.35 g
Water:
93.79 g
Other:
1.41 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +163.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +73.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +122.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +370% |
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Water
~93.79g
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 231µg | 193% | |
| Folate | 8µg | 142µg | 34% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.121mg | 0.9mg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.057mg | 0.42mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 12% | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 108µg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 14.1mg | 6.5mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 0.15mg | 0.79mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.099mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.017mg | 0.08mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 314mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.028mg | 0.075mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 52mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.57mg | 0.83mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.44mg | 3% | |
| Choline | 16.8mg | 3% | |
| Phosphorus | 16mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.02mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 8.82g | 3.35g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.087g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.19mg | 0.4mg | 1% |
| Calories | 38kcal | 17kcal | 1% |
| Protein | 0.72g | 1.25g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 22mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0.2g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 8.82g | 0.25g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.25g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.048g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.004g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.005mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0.072mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.063mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0.014mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0.053mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0.063mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.023mg | 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
6%
66%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jicama (yam bean) is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.25g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jicama (yam bean) contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jicama (yam bean) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.048g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jicama (yam bean) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Jicama (yam bean) is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Endive is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Endive is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)