Russet potato vs. Lotus root — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between russet potatoes and lotus root
- Russet potatoes have more vitamin B6 and vitamin B3; however, lotus root is richer in vitamin C, copper, vitamin B2, fiber, and vitamin B1.
- Lotus root covers your daily vitamin C needs 40% more than russet potatoes.
- Lotus root has 3 times less Vitamin B3 than russet potatoes. Russet potatoes have 1.348mg of Vitamin B3, while lotus root has 0.4mg.
- Russet potatoes have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of russet potatoes is 82, while the glycemic index of lotus root is 33.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Potatoes, Russet, flesh and skin, baked and Lotus root, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +30.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +150% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +140.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +14.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +40% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +237% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +37.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +430.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +138.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +358.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.63 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
74.45 g
Other:
1.35 g
Protein:
2.6 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
17.23 g
Water:
79.1 g
Other:
0.97 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +30% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +24.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +39.2% |
~equal in
Protein
~2.6g
~equal in
Water
~79.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.054 g
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 | +170% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +566.7% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~0.03g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 97kcal | 74kcal |
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| Protein | 2.63g | 2.6g |
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| Fats | 0.13g | 0.1g |
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| Vitamin C | 8.3mg | 44mg |
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| Net carbs | 19.14g | 12.33g |
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| Carbs | 21.44g | 17.23g |
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| Magnesium | 30mg | 23mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 45mg |
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| Potassium | 550mg | 556mg |
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| Iron | 1.07mg | 1.16mg |
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| Sugar | 1.08g |
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| Fiber | 2.3g | 4.9g |
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| Copper | 0.107mg | 0.257mg |
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| Zinc | 0.35mg | 0.39mg |
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| Starch | 17.45g |
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| Phosphorus | 71mg | 100mg |
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| Sodium | 14mg | 40mg |
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| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.07mg |
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| Manganese | 0.228mg | 0.261mg |
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| Selenium | 0.5µg | 0.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.067mg | 0.16mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.048mg | 0.22mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.348mg | 0.4mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.377mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.354mg | 0.258mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2µg |
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| Folate | 26µg | 13µg |
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| Choline | 15mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.032g | 0.03g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.003g | 0.02g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.054g | 0.02g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.02mg |
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| Threonine | 0.086mg | 0.051mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.085mg | 0.054mg |
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| Leucine | 0.125mg | 0.069mg |
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| Lysine | 0.137mg | 0.094mg |
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| Methionine | 0.041mg | 0.022mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.104mg | 0.047mg |
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| Valine | 0.131mg | 0.055mg |
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| Histidine | 0.044mg | 0.038mg |
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| Fructose | 0.32g |
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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
17%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Russet potato contains less Sodium (difference - 26mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Russet potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lotus root is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.08g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lotus root is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.002g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lotus root is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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 ($)