Lotus root vs. Drumstick tree — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Lotus root and Drumstick tree
- Lotus root has more Copper, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Iron, Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, and Fiber, however, Drumstick tree has more Vitamin C, Vitamin B5, and Folate.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin C from Drumstick tree is 108% higher.
- Drumstick tree has 3 times less Iron than Lotus root. Lotus root has 1.16mg of Iron, while Drumstick tree has 0.36mg.
Food types used in this article are Lotus root, raw and Drumstick pods, 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.
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Calcium
+50%
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Iron
+222.2%
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Phosphorus
+100%
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Potassium
+20.6%
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Copper
+206%
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Magnesium
+95.7%
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Zinc
+15.4%
Equal in Sodium - 42
Equal in Manganese - 0.259
Equal in Selenium - 0.7
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Calcium
+50%
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Iron
+222.2%
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Phosphorus
+100%
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Potassium
+20.6%
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Copper
+206%
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Magnesium
+95.7%
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Zinc
+15.4%
Equal in Sodium - 42
Equal in Manganese - 0.259
Equal in Selenium - 0.7
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.
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Vitamin B1
+201.9%
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Vitamin B2
+197.3%
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Vitamin B6
+115%
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Vitamin A
+∞%
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Vitamin C
+220.5%
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Vitamin B3
+55%
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Vitamin B5
+110.6%
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Folate
+238.5%
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Vitamin B1
+201.9%
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Vitamin B2
+197.3%
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Vitamin B6
+115%
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Vitamin A
+∞%
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Vitamin C
+220.5%
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Vitamin B3
+55%
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Vitamin B5
+110.6%
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Folate
+238.5%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+23.8%
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Carbs
+102%
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Fats
+100%
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Water
+11.5%
Equal in Other - 0.97
Protein:
2.6 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
17.23 g
Water:
79.1 g
Other:
0.97 g
Protein:
2.1 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
8.53 g
Water:
88.2 g
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0.97 g
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Protein
+23.8%
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Carbs
+102%
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Fats
+100%
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Water
+11.5%
Equal in Other - 0.97
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Polyunsaturated fat
+566.7%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+410%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 0.033
Saturated Fat:
0.03 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
0.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
0.02 g
Saturated Fat:
0.033 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
0.102 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
0.003 g
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Polyunsaturated fat
+566.7%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+410%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 0.033
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 12.33g | 5.33g |
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| Protein | 2.6g | 2.1g |
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| Fats | 0.1g | 0.2g |
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| Carbs | 17.23g | 8.53g |
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| Calories | 74kcal | 37kcal |
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| Fiber | 4.9g | 3.2g |
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| Calcium | 45mg | 30mg |
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| Iron | 1.16mg | 0.36mg |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 45mg |
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| Phosphorus | 100mg | 50mg |
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| Potassium | 556mg | 461mg |
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| Sodium | 40mg | 42mg |
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| Zinc | 0.39mg | 0.45mg |
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| Copper | 0.257mg | 0.084mg |
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| Manganese | 0.261mg | 0.259mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.7µg | |
| Vitamin A | 0IU | 74IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 4µg |
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| Vitamin C | 44mg | 141mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.053mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.22mg | 0.074mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 0.62mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.377mg | 0.794mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.258mg | 0.12mg |
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| Folate | 13µg | 44µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.02mg |
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| Threonine | 0.051mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.054mg |
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| Leucine | 0.069mg |
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| Lysine | 0.094mg |
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| Methionine | 0.022mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.047mg |
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| Valine | 0.055mg |
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| Histidine | 0.038mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.03g | 0.033g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.02g | 0.102g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.02g | 0.003g |
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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
28%
52%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lotus root contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lotus root is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.003g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lotus root is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drumstick tree is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.