Parsnip vs. Russet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between parsnip and russet potatoes
- Parsnip is richer in vitamin K, manganese, fiber, folate, vitamin C, and vitamin E, yet russet potatoes are richer in vitamin B6, iron, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for russet potatoes is 20% higher.
- Parsnip contains 21 times more vitamin E than russet potatoes. Parsnip contains 1.49mg of vitamin E, while russet potatoes contain 0.07mg.
- Russet potatoes have a lower glycemic index than parsnip.
Food types used in this article are Parsnips, raw and Potatoes, Russet, flesh, and skin, baked.
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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 | +100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +68.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -28.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +145.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +260% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +46.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +81.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +104.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2028.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +34.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +57.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1025% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +157.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +92.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +293.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.2 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
17.99 g
Water:
79.53 g
Other:
0.98 g
Protein:
2.63 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
74.45 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +130.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +119.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +37.8% |
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Water
~74.45g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.05 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.112 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.047 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.054 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3633.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +14.9% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.354mg | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 22.5µg | 2µg | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.56mg | 0.228mg | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 8.3mg | 10% |
| Folate | 67µg | 26µg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 2.3g | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 1.49mg | 0.07mg | 9% |
| Starch | 17.45g | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.59mg | 1.07mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 375mg | 550mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.6mg | 0.38mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.7mg | 1.348mg | 4% |
| Choline | 15mg | 3% | |
| Protein | 1.2g | 2.63g | 3% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.35mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 0.5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.067mg | 2% |
| Calories | 75kcal | 97kcal | 1% |
| Copper | 0.12mg | 0.107mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 17.99g | 21.44g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.13g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.09g | 19.14g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 30mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.8g | 1.08g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 71mg | 71mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 10mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05g | 0.032g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.112g | 0.003g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g | 0.054g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.086mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.085mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.137mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.104mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0% |
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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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Russet potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.72g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Russet potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.018g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Russet potato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Parsnip contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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