Napa cabbage vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between napa cabbage and potatoes
- Napa cabbage contains less vitamin B6, potassium, phosphorus, vitamin C, vitamin B5, and vitamin B3 than potatoes.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for potatoes is 21% higher.
- Potatoes have 2 times less folate than napa cabbage. Napa cabbage has 43µg of folate, while potatoes have 28µg.
- Potatoes have a higher glycemic index than napa cabbage.
Food types used in this article are Cabbage, napa, cooked and Potatoes, baked, flesh and skin, without salt.
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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 | +93.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +250% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +514.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +45.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +22.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +157.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +268.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +1200% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +53.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +92% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +202.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +974.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +740.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.1 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
2.23 g
Water:
96.33 g
Other:
0.17 g
Protein:
2.5 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.15 g
Water:
74.89 g
Other:
1.33 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +30.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +28.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +127.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +848.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +682.4% |
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 B6 | 0.037mg | 0.311mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 87mg | 535mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 9% | |
| Starch | 17.27g | 7% | |
| Vitamin C | 3.2mg | 9.6mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.035mg | 0.376mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 19mg | 70mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 2.23g | 21.15g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.466mg | 1.41mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0.064mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 28mg | 5% |
| Folate | 43µg | 28µg | 4% |
| Calories | 12kcal | 93kcal | 4% |
| Iron | 0.74mg | 1.08mg | 4% |
| Choline | 14.8mg | 3% | |
| Protein | 1.1g | 2.5g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.14mg | 0.36mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.118mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.048mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 13µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.203mg | 0.219mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.17g | 0.13g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.23g | 18.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.18g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 11mg | 10mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.4µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.034g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.003g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.057g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.08mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.119mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.13mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.038mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.099mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 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
6%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
12%
22%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Napa cabbage is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.18g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Napa cabbage is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.034g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Napa cabbage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Napa cabbage is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)