Longan vs. Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between longan and yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw
- Longan has more vitamin C and copper, while yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw has more magnesium, manganese, vitamin B1, and phosphorus.
- Longan's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 72% higher.
- Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw contains 4 times less copper than longan. Longan contains 0.169mg of copper, while yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw contains 0.048mg.
- Longan has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of longan is 45, while the glycemic index of yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is 86.
The food types used in this comparison are Longans, raw and Yardlong bean, 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 CopperCopper | +252.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +340% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +4900% |
| Contains more IronIron | +261.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +640% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +181% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +294.2% |
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 | +346.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +245.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +36.7% |
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:
2.8 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
8.35 g
Water:
87.85 g
Other:
0.6 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +81.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +113.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +300% |
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Water
~87.85g
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 | 84mg | 18.8mg | 72% |
| Folate | 62µg | 16% | |
| Copper | 0.169mg | 0.048mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 44mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.052mg | 0.205mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.107mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1mg | 50mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 21mg | 59mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.13mg | 0.47mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4% | |
| Zinc | 0.05mg | 0.37mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 1.5µg | 3% | |
| Protein | 1.31g | 2.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.11mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.024mg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 15.14g | 8.35g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.055mg | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.169g | 1% | |
| Calories | 60kcal | 47kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.3mg | 0.41mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 266mg | 240mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.4g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 14.04g | 8.35g | N/A |
| Sodium | 0mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.105g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.036g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.034mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.026mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.054mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.046mg | 0.184mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.013mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.03mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.058mg | 0.162mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.012mg | 0.09mg | 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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15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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17%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is relatively richer in vitamins
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 - 0.105g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Longan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)