Lotus root vs. Peas — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are lotus root and peas different?
- Lotus root is higher in vitamin C, copper, potassium, and vitamin B2; however, peas are richer in vitamin B5, folate, manganese, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B5 for peas is 3052% higher.
- Lotus root contains 3 times more Vitamin C than peas. While lotus root contains 44mg of Vitamin C, peas contain only 14.2mg.
- Lotus root has a lower glycemic index (33) than peas (54).
Lotus root, raw and Peas, green, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt are the varieties 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 CalciumCalcium | +66.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +105.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +48.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +69.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +32.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +205.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +101.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +171.4% |
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 | +209.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +47.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +19.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +61.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +405.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +40483.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +384.6% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.6 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
17.23 g
Water:
79.1 g
Other:
0.97 g
Protein:
5.36 g
Fats:
0.22 g
Carbs:
15.63 g
Water:
77.87 g
Other:
0.92 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +106.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +120% |
~equal in
Carbs
~15.63g
~equal in
Water
~77.87g
~equal in
Other
~0.92g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.03 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.02 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.019 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.102 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -23.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +410% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~0.019g
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 | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 74kcal | 84kcal |
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| Protein | 2.6g | 5.36g |
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| Fats | 0.1g | 0.22g |
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| Vitamin C | 44mg | 14.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 12.33g | 10.13g |
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| Carbs | 17.23g | 15.63g |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 39mg |
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| Calcium | 45mg | 27mg |
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| Potassium | 556mg | 271mg |
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| Iron | 1.16mg | 1.54mg |
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| Sugar | 5.93g |
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| Fiber | 4.9g | 5.5g |
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| Copper | 0.257mg | 0.173mg |
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| Zinc | 0.39mg | 1.19mg |
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| Phosphorus | 100mg | 117mg |
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| Sodium | 40mg | 3mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 801IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 40µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.14mg |
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| Manganese | 0.261mg | 0.525mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.259mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.22mg | 0.149mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 2.021mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.377mg | 153mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.258mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin K | 25.9µg |
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| Folate | 13µg | 63µg |
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| Choline | 29.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.03g | 0.039g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.02g | 0.019g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.02g | 0.102g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0.037mg |
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| Threonine | 0.051mg | 0.201mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0.193mg |
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| Leucine | 0.069mg | 0.32mg |
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| Lysine | 0.094mg | 0.314mg |
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| Methionine | 0.022mg | 0.081mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.047mg | 0.198mg |
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| Valine | 0.055mg | 0.232mg |
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| Histidine | 0.038mg | 0.105mg |
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| Fructose | 0.41g |
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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
26%
738%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peas contains less Sodium (difference - 37mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Peas is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lotus root is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.93g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lotus root is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.009g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lotus root is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is cheaper?
Lotus root is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.