Quince vs. Mandarin orange — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between quince and mandarin oranges
- Quince is richer in copper and iron, yet mandarin oranges are richer in vitamin C and vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for mandarin oranges is 13% higher.
- Quince contains 5 times more iron than mandarin oranges. Quince contains 0.7mg of iron, while mandarin oranges contain 0.15mg.
- Quince has a lower glycemic index than mandarin oranges.
Food types used in this article are Quinces, raw and Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), raw.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +18.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +366.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +209.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +500% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +236.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +75% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
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 | +78% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +190% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +88% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +95% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +433.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.4 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
15.3 g
Water:
83.8 g
Other:
0.4 g
Protein:
0.81 g
Fats:
0.31 g
Carbs:
13.34 g
Water:
85.17 g
Other:
0.37 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +14.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +102.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +210% |
~equal in
Water
~85.17g
~equal in
Other
~0.37g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.01 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.036 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.065 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +66.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +30% |
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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 15mg | 26.7mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.13mg | 0.042mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 0.15mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 34µg | 4% |
| Fructose | 2.4g | 3% | |
| Folate | 3µg | 16µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.078mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.081mg | 0.216mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.058mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 37mg | 3% |
| Choline | 10.2mg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 197mg | 166mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 15.3g | 13.34g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.376mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 0.81g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 1% | |
| Calories | 57kcal | 53kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.31g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.4g | 11.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.58g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 1.8g | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 17mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01g | 0.039g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.036g | 0.06g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.065g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.017mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 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
6%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Quince is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.58g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Quince is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.029g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Quince is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mandarin orange contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Mandarin orange is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mandarin orange 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 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.