Longan vs. Jerusalem artichoke — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are longan and jerusalem artichoke different?
- Longan is richer in vitamin C and vitamin B2, while jerusalem artichoke is higher in iron, vitamin B1, phosphorus, and vitamin B3.
- Longan covers your daily need for vitamin C, 89% more than jerusalem artichoke.
- Longan contains 2 times more vitamin B2 than jerusalem artichoke. Longan contains 0.14mg of vitamin B2, while jerusalem artichoke contains 0.06mg.
- Longan has a higher glycemic index (45) than jerusalem artichoke (32).
Longans, raw and Jerusalem-artichokes, raw types were used 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 more CopperCopper | +20.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +70% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +61.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2515.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +140% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +271.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15.4% |
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 | +2000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +545.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +333.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.31 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
15.14 g
Water:
82.75 g
Other:
0.7 g
Protein:
2 g
Fats:
0.01 g
Carbs:
17.44 g
Water:
78.01 g
Other:
2.54 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +900% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +262.9% |
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Water
~78.01g
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 Sodium |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 84mg | 4mg | 89% |
| Iron | 0.13mg | 3.4mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.2mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 8% | |
| Phosphorus | 21mg | 78mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.077mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.3mg | 1.3mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.06mg | 6% |
| Choline | 30mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 266mg | 429mg | 5% |
| Folate | 13µg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.169mg | 0.14mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 17mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 1.6g | 2% |
| Calories | 60kcal | 73kcal | 1% |
| Protein | 1.31g | 2g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.05mg | 0.12mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 15.14g | 17.44g | 1% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.01g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 14.04g | 15.84g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9.6g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 0mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Manganese | 0.052mg | 0.06mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.004g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.001g | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.034mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.046mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.013mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.012mg | 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
25%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Longan is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Longan contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Longan is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Jerusalem artichoke is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerusalem artichoke is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jerusalem artichoke is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)