Marshmallow vs. Carambola — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between marshmallow and carambola?
- Marshmallow has less vitamin C, fiber, and vitamin B5 than carambola.
- Carambola's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 38% higher.
- Marshmallow has 14 times more sugar than carambola. Marshmallow has 57.56g of sugar, while carambola has 3.98g.
- Carambola has a lower glycemic index than marshmallow.
We used Candies, marshmallows and Carambola, (starfruit), raw types in this comparison.
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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 IronIron | +187.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +183.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +400% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2560% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +41.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +200% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +362.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +370.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +7720% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +466.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +7500% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.8 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
81.3 g
Water:
16.4 g
Other:
0.3 g
Protein:
1.04 g
Fats:
0.33 g
Carbs:
6.73 g
Water:
91.38 g
Other:
0.52 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +73.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1108% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +65% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +457.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +73.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.056 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.08 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.047 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.019 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.03 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.184 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +166.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -66.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +291.5% |
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 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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 34.4mg | 38% |
| Carbs | 81.3g | 6.73g | 25% |
| Calories | 318kcal | 31kcal | 14% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 2.8g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.005mg | 0.391mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 5mg | 133mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.137mg | 4% |
| Folate | 1µg | 12µg | 3% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 2mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.078mg | 0.367mg | 2% |
| Protein | 1.8g | 1.04g | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 0.6µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.23mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Choline | 0.1mg | 7.6mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 8mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g | 0.184g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.15mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.037mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.001mg | 0.014mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.001mg | 0.016mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.003mg | 0.017mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.12mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0.33g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 81.2g | 3.93g | N/A |
| Calcium | 3mg | 3mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 57.56g | 3.98g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 0.019g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.08g | 0.03g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.035mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.028mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.066mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.077mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.015mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.042mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.05mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.017mg | 0.008mg | 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
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13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Carambola is lower in Sugar (difference - 53.58g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Carambola contains less Sodium (difference - 78mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Carambola is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.037g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Carambola is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Carambola is cheaper (difference - $0.7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Carambola is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Carambola is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)