Nori vs. Jicama (yam bean) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Nori and Jicama (yam bean)
- The amount of Manganese, Folate, Vitamin B2, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Copper, Iron, Vitamin B6, Zinc, and Vitamin B5 in Nori is higher than in Jicama (yam bean).
- Nori covers your daily Manganese needs 40% more than Jicama (yam bean).
- Jicama (yam bean) has 260 times less Vitamin A than Nori. Nori has 260µg of Vitamin A, while Jicama (yam bean) has 1µg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Seaweed, laver, raw and Yambean (jicama), cooked, boiled, drained, 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 | +536.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +163.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +215.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +473.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +600% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +262.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1633.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +450% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.7% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +176.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +27278.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +476.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1492.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +673.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +330.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +297.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1725% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.81 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
5.11 g
Water:
85.03 g
Other:
3.77 g
Protein:
0.72 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
8.82 g
Water:
90.07 g
Other:
0.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +706.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +211.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1156.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +72.6% |
~equal in
Water
~90.07g
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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| Calories | 35kcal | 38kcal |
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| Protein | 5.81g | 0.72g |
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| Fats | 0.28g | 0.09g |
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| Vitamin C | 39mg | 14.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 4.81g | 8.82g |
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| Carbs | 5.11g | 8.82g |
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| Magnesium | 2mg | 11mg |
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| Calcium | 70mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 356mg | 135mg |
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| Iron | 1.8mg | 0.57mg |
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| Sugar | 0.49g |
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| Fiber | 0.3g |
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| Copper | 0.264mg | 0.046mg |
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| Zinc | 1.05mg | 0.15mg |
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| Phosphorus | 58mg | 16mg |
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| Sodium | 48mg | 4mg |
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| Vitamin A | 5202IU | 19IU |
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| Vitamin A | 260µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1mg |
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| Manganese | 0.988mg | 0.057mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.7µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.098mg | 0.017mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.446mg | 0.028mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.47mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.521mg | 0.121mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.159mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin K | 4µg |
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| Folate | 146µg | 8µg |
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| Choline | 10.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.061g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.025g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.11g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.043mg |
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| Threonine | 0.232mg | 0.018mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.259mg | 0.016mg |
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| Leucine | 0.501mg | 0.025mg |
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| Lysine | 0.222mg | 0.026mg |
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| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0.007mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.273mg | 0.017mg |
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| Valine | 0.402mg | 0.022mg |
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| Histidine | 0.14mg | 0.019mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.08g |
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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
62%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nori is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nori is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nori is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jicama (yam bean) is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.49g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jicama (yam bean) contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Jicama (yam bean) is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.061g)
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 ($)