Parsnip vs. Raisin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between parsnip and raisins?
- Parsnip is richer in vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, manganese, vitamin B5, and vitamin E, while raisins are higher in copper, iron, potassium, and vitamin B6.
- Raisins' daily need coverage for copper is 22% higher.
- Raisins have 13 times less folate than parsnip. Parsnip has 67µg of folate, while raisins have 5µg.
- Parsnip has a higher glycemic index (97) than raisins (64).
We used Parsnips, raw and Raisins, seedless 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 ZincZinc | +168.2% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +87.3% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +10.3% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +38.9% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +99.7% |
Contains more IronIron | +218.6% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +165% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.3% |
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 | +639.1% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1141.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +531.6% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +542.9% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +1240% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +17.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +150% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +93.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more WaterWater | +415.4% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +155.8% |
Contains more FatsFats | +53.3% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +340.1% |
Contains more OtherOther | +89.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -13.8% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +119.6% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27% |
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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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Fructose | 29.68g | 37% | |
Copper | 0.12mg | 0.318mg | 22% |
Carbs | 17.99g | 79.18g | 20% |
Vitamin C | 17mg | 2.3mg | 16% |
Folate | 67µg | 5µg | 16% |
Vitamin K | 22.5µg | 3.5µg | 16% |
Iron | 0.59mg | 1.88mg | 16% |
Calories | 75kcal | 299kcal | 11% |
Potassium | 375mg | 749mg | 11% |
Manganese | 0.56mg | 0.299mg | 11% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.6mg | 0.095mg | 10% |
Vitamin E | 1.49mg | 0.12mg | 9% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.174mg | 6% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.125mg | 6% |
Fiber | 4.9g | 3.7g | 5% |
Protein | 1.2g | 3.07g | 4% |
Phosphorus | 71mg | 101mg | 4% |
Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.22mg | 3% |
Selenium | 1.8µg | 0.6µg | 2% |
Choline | 11.1mg | 2% | |
Starch | 2.7g | 1% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.106mg | 1% |
Calcium | 36mg | 50mg | 1% |
Magnesium | 29mg | 32mg | 1% |
Fats | 0.3g | 0.46g | 0% |
Net carbs | 13.09g | 75.48g | N/A |
Sugar | 4.8g | 59.19g | N/A |
Sodium | 10mg | 11mg | 0% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.7mg | 0.766mg | 0% |
Saturated fat | 0.05g | 0.058g | 0% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.112g | 0.051g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g | 0.037g | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.05mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.057mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.096mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.065mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.083mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.072mg | 0% | |
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A |
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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
23%

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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%

37%

Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?

Raisin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Raisin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Parsnip is lower in Sugar (difference - 54.39g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Parsnip contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Parsnip is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.008g)
Which food is cheaper?

Parsnip is cheaper (difference - $1)
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.