Lima beans vs. Parsnip — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between lima beans and parsnip
- Lima beans have more iron, copper, fiber, vitamin B1, phosphorus, and vitamin B6; however, parsnip is richer in vitamin C, vitamin K, and vitamin E.
- Lima beans cover your daily iron needs 23% more than parsnip.
- Parsnip has 2 times less copper than lima beans. Lima beans have 0.235mg of copper, while parsnip has 0.12mg.
- Parsnip has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of parsnip is 97, while the glycemic index of lima beans is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Lima beans, large, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt and Parsnips, raw.
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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 | +48.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +35.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +305.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +95.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +61% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +56.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +150% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +111.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +78.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +78.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +23.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +727.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +66.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +42.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1025% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.8 g
Fats:
0.38 g
Carbs:
20.88 g
Water:
69.79 g
Other:
1.15 g
Protein:
1.2 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
17.99 g
Water:
79.53 g
Other:
0.98 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +550% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +26.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +16.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.089 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.034 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.171 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.05 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.112 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.047 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +263.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +229.4% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 2.39mg | 0.59mg | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 17mg | 19% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 22.5µg | 17% |
| Copper | 0.235mg | 0.12mg | 13% |
| Protein | 7.8g | 1.2g | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 0.18mg | 1.49mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 7g | 4.9g | 8% |
| Choline | 32.5mg | 6% | |
| Phosphorus | 111mg | 71mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.161mg | 0.09mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.161mg | 0.09mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 4.5µg | 1.8µg | 5% |
| Folate | 83µg | 67µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 508mg | 375mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.422mg | 0.6mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 43mg | 29mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.95mg | 0.59mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.421mg | 0.7mg | 2% |
| Calories | 115kcal | 75kcal | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.516mg | 0.56mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 36mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 20.88g | 17.99g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.171g | 0.047g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.38g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.88g | 13.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.9g | 4.8g | N/A |
| Sodium | 2mg | 10mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.089g | 0.05g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.034g | 0.112g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.337mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.411mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.673mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.099mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.449mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.469mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.238mg | 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
16%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
41%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Parsnip is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.039g)
Which food is cheaper?
Parsnip is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lima beans is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lima beans contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lima beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lima beans is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.