Rutabagas vs. Sweet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Rutabagas and Sweet potato
- Rutabagas have more Vitamin C, however, Sweet potato is higher in Vitamin A, Manganese, Vitamin B5, Copper, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B2, and Potassium.
- Sweet potato covers your daily need of Vitamin A 107% more than Rutabagas.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Rutabagas, raw and Sweet potato, cooked, baked in skin, flesh, without salt.
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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 | +13.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +250% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +35% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +55.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +56.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +403.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +279.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +27.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +960800% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +136.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +165% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +112.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +452.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +186% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +666.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.08 g
Fats:
0.16 g
Carbs:
8.62 g
Water:
89.43 g
Other:
0.71 g
Protein:
2.01 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
20.71 g
Water:
75.78 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +18% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +86.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +140.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +90.1% |
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Fats
~0.15g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.027 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.025 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.088 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.052 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.092 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -48.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1150% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~0.092g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0.4 g
Sucrose:
0.53 g
Glucose:
2.3 g
Fructose:
1.61 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.02 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
7.05 g
Sucrose:
2.28 g
Glucose:
0.57 g
Fructose:
0.5 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
3.12 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +303.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +222% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +1662.5% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +330.2% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +15500% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 37kcal | 90kcal |
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| Protein | 1.08g | 2.01g |
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| Fats | 0.16g | 0.15g |
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| Vitamin C | 25mg | 19.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 6.32g | 17.41g |
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| Carbs | 8.62g | 20.71g |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 27mg |
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| Calcium | 43mg | 38mg |
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| Potassium | 305mg | 475mg |
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| Iron | 0.44mg | 0.69mg |
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| Sugar | 4.46g | 6.48g |
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| Fiber | 2.3g | 3.3g |
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| Copper | 0.032mg | 0.161mg |
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| Zinc | 0.24mg | 0.32mg |
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| Starch | 0.4g | 7.05g |
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| Phosphorus | 53mg | 54mg |
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| Sodium | 12mg | 36mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2IU | 19218IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 961µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 0.71mg |
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| Manganese | 0.131mg | 0.497mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.107mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.106mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.7mg | 1.487mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.16mg | 0.884mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.286mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 2.3µg |
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| Folate | 21µg | 6µg |
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| Choline | 14.1mg | 13.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.027g | 0.052g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.025g | 0.002g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.088g | 0.092g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.107mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.07mg |
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| Leucine | 0.118mg |
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| Lysine | 0.084mg |
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| Methionine | 0.037mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.114mg |
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| Valine | 0.11mg |
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| Histidine | 0.039mg |
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| Fructose | 1.61g | 0.5g |
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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
15%
111%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
25%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sweet potato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)
Which food is cheaper?
Sweet potato is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sweet potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rutabagas is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rutabagas contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Rutabagas is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.025g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)