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Radicchio vs. Lotus root — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Radicchio and Lotus root?

  • Radicchio is richer in Folate, and Copper, yet Lotus root is richer in Vitamin C, Fiber, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, Potassium, and Iron.
  • Lotus root's daily need coverage for Vitamin C is 40% higher.
  • Radicchio has 5 times more Folate than Lotus root. Radicchio has 60µg of Folate, while Lotus root has 13µg.

We used Radicchio, raw and Lotus root, raw 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 9.3% 5.7% 27% 21% 114% 17% 17% 2.9% 18% 4.9%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 14% 49% 44% 86% 11% 43% 5.2% 34% 3.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +32.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +59%
Contains less SodiumSodium -45%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +28.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +76.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +136.8%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +84.1%
Contains more IronIron +103.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +150%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +89.1%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 27% 1.6% 45% 0% 4% 6.5% 4.8% 16% 13% 0% 638% 45% 5.9%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 147% 0% 0% 0% 40% 51% 7.5% 23% 60% 0% 0% 9.8% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +361.5%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +450%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +900%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +685.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +56.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +40.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +352.6%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
4% 93%
Protein: 1.43 g
Fats: 0.25 g
Carbs: 4.48 g
Water: 93.14 g
Other: 0.7 g
3% 17% 79%
Protein: 2.6 g
Fats: 0.1 g
Carbs: 17.23 g
Water: 79.1 g
Other: 0.97 g
Contains more FatsFats +150%
Contains more WaterWater +17.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +81.8%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +284.6%
Contains more OtherOther +38.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
33% 6% 61%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.06 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.01 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.11 g
43% 29% 29%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.03 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.02 g
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +450%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -50%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +100%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Radicchio Lotus root
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Radicchio Lotus root Opinion
Calories 23kcal 74kcal Lotus root
Protein 1.43g 2.6g Lotus root
Fats 0.25g 0.1g Radicchio
Vitamin C 8mg 44mg Lotus root
Net carbs 3.58g 12.33g Lotus root
Carbs 4.48g 17.23g Lotus root
Magnesium 13mg 23mg Lotus root
Calcium 19mg 45mg Lotus root
Potassium 302mg 556mg Lotus root
Iron 0.57mg 1.16mg Lotus root
Sugar 0.6g Lotus root
Fiber 0.9g 4.9g Lotus root
Copper 0.341mg 0.257mg Radicchio
Zinc 0.62mg 0.39mg Radicchio
Phosphorus 40mg 100mg Lotus root
Sodium 22mg 40mg Radicchio
Vitamin A 27IU 0IU Radicchio
Vitamin A 1µg 0µg Radicchio
Vitamin E 2.26mg Radicchio
Manganese 0.138mg 0.261mg Lotus root
Selenium 0.9µg 0.7µg Radicchio
Vitamin B1 0.016mg 0.16mg Lotus root
Vitamin B2 0.028mg 0.22mg Lotus root
Vitamin B3 0.255mg 0.4mg Lotus root
Vitamin B5 0.269mg 0.377mg Lotus root
Vitamin B6 0.057mg 0.258mg Lotus root
Vitamin K 255.2µg Radicchio
Folate 60µg 13µg Radicchio
Choline 10.9mg Radicchio
Saturated Fat 0.06g 0.03g Lotus root
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g 0.02g Lotus root
Polyunsaturated fat 0.11g 0.02g Radicchio
Tryptophan 0.026mg 0.02mg Radicchio
Threonine 0.04mg 0.051mg Lotus root
Isoleucine 0.085mg 0.054mg Radicchio
Leucine 0.062mg 0.069mg Lotus root
Lysine 0.056mg 0.094mg Lotus root
Methionine 0.008mg 0.022mg Lotus root
Phenylalanine 0.034mg 0.047mg Lotus root
Valine 0.065mg 0.055mg Radicchio
Histidine 0.024mg 0.038mg Lotus root

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Radicchio Lotus root
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
62%
Radicchio
26%
Lotus root
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
Radicchio
30%
Lotus root

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Radicchio
Radicchio contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Radicchio
Radicchio is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lotus root
Lotus root is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lotus root
Lotus root is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.03g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lotus root
Lotus root is relatively richer in minerals
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 vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Radicchio - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168564/nutrients
  2. Lotus root - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169250/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.