Potato bread vs. Taro — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are potato bread and taro different?
- Potato bread is higher in phosphorus, folate, iron, selenium, calcium, zinc, vitamin B5, and fiber; however, taro is richer in vitamin E.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for potato bread is 41% higher.
- Potato bread contains 34 times more sodium than taro. While potato bread contains 375mg of sodium, taro contains only 11mg.
Bread, potato and Taro, raw are the varieties used 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 CalciumCalcium | +337.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +21.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +309.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +526.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +339.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1257.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +17.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +83% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +51.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +97.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +324% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +108.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +169.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +580% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +472.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +406.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +22% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.5 g
Fats:
3.13 g
Carbs:
47.07 g
Water:
33.55 g
Other:
3.75 g
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
26.46 g
Water:
70.64 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +733.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1465% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +77.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +212.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +110.6% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 369mg | 84mg | 41% |
| Folate | 126µg | 22µg | 26% |
| Protein | 12.5g | 1.5g | 22% |
| Iron | 2.25mg | 0.55mg | 21% |
| Selenium | 9.5µg | 0.7µg | 16% |
| Sodium | 375mg | 11mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 188mg | 43mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 0.47mg | 2.38mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 1.44mg | 0.23mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.817mg | 0.303mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.094mg | 0.172mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 6.3g | 4.1g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.188mg | 0.095mg | 8% |
| Calories | 266kcal | 112kcal | 8% |
| Carbs | 47.07g | 26.46g | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.253mg | 0.383mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.106mg | 0.025mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.15µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.8µg | 1µg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.5mg | 5% |
| Fats | 3.13g | 0.2g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.25mg | 0.6mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.232mg | 0.283mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 718mg | 591mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 4µg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.083g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 40.77g | 22.36g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 9.38g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.041g | 0% |
| Choline | 18.4mg | 17.3mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.016g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.081mg | 0.023mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.224mg | 0.069mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.268mg | 0.054mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.44mg | 0.111mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.311mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.112mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.285mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.305mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.143mg | 0.034mg | 0% |
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
27%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taro is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.98g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 364mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taro is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.041g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato bread is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)