Lotus root vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are lotus root and potatoes different?
- Lotus root is richer in vitamin C, copper, vitamin B2, fiber, and vitamin B1, while potatoes are higher in vitamin B3.
- Lotus root covers your daily need for vitamin C, 38% more than potatoes.
- Lotus root contains 5 times more vitamin B2 than potatoes. Lotus root contains 0.22mg of vitamin B2, while potatoes contain 0.048mg.
- Potatoes have a higher glycemic index (86) than lotus root (33).
Lotus root, raw and Potatoes, baked, flesh, and skin, without salt 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 CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +117.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +19.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +75% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +21.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75% |
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 | +358.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +358.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +252.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +115.4% |
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:
2.5 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.15 g
Water:
74.89 g
Other:
1.33 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +30% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +37.1% |
~equal in
Protein
~2.5g
~equal in
Water
~74.89g
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
0.034 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.057 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -11.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +566.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +185% |
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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| Vitamin C | 44mg | 9.6mg | 38% |
| Copper | 0.257mg | 0.118mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.22mg | 0.048mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 2.2g | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.064mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.27g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 1.41mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 100mg | 70mg | 4% |
| Folate | 13µg | 28µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.258mg | 0.311mg | 4% |
| Choline | 14.8mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 45mg | 15mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.261mg | 0.219mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Calories | 74kcal | 93kcal | 1% |
| Iron | 1.16mg | 1.08mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 40mg | 10mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 556mg | 535mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 28mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 17.23g | 21.15g | 1% |
| Protein | 2.6g | 2.5g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.13g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 12.33g | 18.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.18g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.377mg | 0.376mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03g | 0.034g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.02g | 0.003g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.02g | 0.057g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.051mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.069mg | 0.119mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.094mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.022mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.047mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.055mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.038mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.34g | 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
26%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
22%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lotus root is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.18g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lotus root is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.004g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lotus root is lower in glycemic index (difference - 53)
Which food is cheaper?
Lotus root is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lotus root 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.