Parsnip vs. White bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between parsnip and white bread?
- Parsnip is higher in vitamin C and vitamin K; however, white bread is richer in iron, vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, folate, and calcium.
- White bread's daily need coverage for iron is 38% more.
- Parsnip has less sodium.
- White bread has a lower glycemic index (73) than parsnip (97).
We used Parsnips, raw and Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs) types in this article.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +26.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +197.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +300% |
| Contains more IronIron | +511.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +25.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1122.2% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +577.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +11.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +11150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +492.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +386% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +582.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +65.7% |
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:
8.85 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
49.42 g
Water:
36.42 g
Other:
1.98 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +118.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +637.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1010% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +174.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +102% |
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
0.698 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.599 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.602 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +434.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3308.5% |
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 Sodium |
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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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| Iron | 0.59mg | 3.61mg | 38% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 22µg | 37% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.533mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.7mg | 4.78mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 10mg | 490mg | 21% |
| Vitamin K | 22.5µg | 0.2µg | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.243mg | 15% |
| Protein | 1.2g | 8.85g | 15% |
| Starch | 37.17g | 15% | |
| Folate | 67µg | 111µg | 11% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 144mg | 11% |
| Calories | 75kcal | 266kcal | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g | 1.602g | 10% |
| Carbs | 17.99g | 49.42g | 10% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 2.7g | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.49mg | 0.22mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 375mg | 126mg | 7% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 3.33g | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 71mg | 98mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05g | 0.698g | 3% |
| Fructose | 2.43g | 3% | |
| Choline | 14.6mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.12mg | 0.101mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.112g | 0.599g | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.56mg | 0.536mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.6mg | 0.536mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.74mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.09g | 46.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.8g | 5.67g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.027g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 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
23%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
White bread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parsnip is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.87g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Parsnip contains less Sodium (difference - 480mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Parsnip is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.648g)
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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