Parsnip vs. Sweet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Parsnip and Sweet potato?
- Parsnip is richer in Vitamin K, Folate, Fiber, and Vitamin E, while Sweet potato is higher in Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B5.
- Sweet potato's daily need coverage for Vitamin A is 107% higher.
- Sweet potato has 11 times less Folate than Parsnip. Parsnip has 67µg of Folate, while Sweet potato has 6µg.
- Parsnip is lower in Sugar.
We used Parsnips, raw and Sweet potato, cooked, baked in skin, flesh, without salt 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 | +84.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +31.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -72.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +800% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +34.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +109.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +878.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1016.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +15.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +112% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +112.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +47.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +217.8% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
2.01 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
20.71 g
Water:
75.78 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +100% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +67.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +37.8% |
~equal in
Water
~75.78g
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
0.052 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.092 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +5500% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +95.7% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~0.052g
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 minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 75kcal | 90kcal |
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| Protein | 1.2g | 2.01g |
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| Fats | 0.3g | 0.15g |
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| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 13.09g | 17.41g |
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| Carbs | 17.99g | 20.71g |
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| Magnesium | 29mg | 27mg |
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| Calcium | 36mg | 38mg |
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| Potassium | 375mg | 475mg |
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| Iron | 0.59mg | 0.69mg |
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| Sugar | 4.8g | 6.48g |
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| Fiber | 4.9g | 3.3g |
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| Copper | 0.12mg | 0.161mg |
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| Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.32mg |
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| Starch | 7.05g |
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| Phosphorus | 71mg | 54mg |
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| Sodium | 10mg | 36mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 19218IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 961µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.49mg | 0.71mg |
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| Manganese | 0.56mg | 0.497mg |
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| Selenium | 1.8µg | 0.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.107mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.106mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.7mg | 1.487mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.6mg | 0.884mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.286mg |
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| Vitamin K | 22.5µg | 2.3µg |
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| Folate | 67µg | 6µg |
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| Choline | 13.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.05g | 0.052g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.112g | 0.002g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g | 0.092g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.107mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.07mg |
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| Leucine | 0.118mg |
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| Lysine | 0.084mg |
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| Methionine | 0.037mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.114mg |
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| Valine | 0.11mg |
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| Histidine | 0.039mg |
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| Fructose | 0.5g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
23%
111%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
25%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sweet potato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parsnip is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Parsnip contains less Sodium (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Parsnip is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.002g)
Which food is cheaper?
Parsnip is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.