Parsnip vs. Avocado — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between parsnip and avocadoes
- Parsnip is higher in manganese and vitamin C, yet avocadoes are higher in vitamin B5, vitamin B6, copper, fiber, vitamin B3, and vitamin B2.
- Parsnip covers your daily manganese needs 18% more than avocadoes.
- Parsnip contains 2 times more vitamin C than avocadoes. While parsnip contains 17mg of vitamin C, avocadoes contain only 10mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in parsnip is lower.
- The glycemic index of avocadoes is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Parsnips, raw and Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties.
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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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +36.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +294.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +350% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +29.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +58.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30% |
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 | +70% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +34.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +38.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +160% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +148.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +131.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +185.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +110.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +66.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4786.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +61.2% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +8649.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3763.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0.112g | 9.799g | 24% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 14.66g | 22% |
| Manganese | 0.56mg | 0.142mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.6mg | 1.389mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.257mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g | 1.816g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05g | 2.126g | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 10mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.12mg | 0.19mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 6.7g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.13mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.7mg | 1.738mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 1.49mg | 2.07mg | 4% |
| Folate | 67µg | 81µg | 4% |
| Calories | 75kcal | 160kcal | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 71mg | 52mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 17.99g | 8.53g | 3% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 0.4µg | 3% |
| Choline | 14.2mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 375mg | 485mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.067mg | 2% |
| Protein | 1.2g | 2g | 2% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 12mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 22.5µg | 21µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.09g | 1.83g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 29mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.59mg | 0.55mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.8g | 0.66g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.64mg | 0% |
| Starch | 0.11g | 0% | |
| Sodium | 10mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.073mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.143mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.038mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.111g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A |
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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Parsnip is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.076g)
Which food is cheaper?
Parsnip is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parsnip is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Avocado is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.14g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Avocado contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Avocado is lower in glycemic index (difference - 57)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Avocado is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)