Seaweed vs. Jicama (yam bean) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Seaweed and Jicama (yam bean) different?
- Seaweed is higher in Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, Vitamin B5, Zinc, Vitamin B2, and Copper, however, Jicama (yam bean) is richer in Vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for Folate from Seaweed is 43% higher.
- Seaweed contains 58 times more Sodium than Jicama (yam bean). While Seaweed contains 233mg of Sodium, Jicama (yam bean) contains only 4mg.
Seaweed, kelp, raw and Yambean (jicama), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +1000% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1427.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +400% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +182.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +720% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +162.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +250.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.3% |
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 | +510.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +194.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +435.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +147.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +430.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2150% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +370% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1900% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.68 g
Fats:
0.56 g
Carbs:
9.57 g
Water:
81.58 g
Other:
6.61 g
Protein:
0.72 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
8.82 g
Water:
90.07 g
Other:
0.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +133.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +522.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +2103.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +10.4% |
~equal in
Carbs
~8.82g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 43kcal | 38kcal |
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| Protein | 1.68g | 0.72g |
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| Fats | 0.56g | 0.09g |
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| Vitamin C | 3mg | 14.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 8.27g | 8.82g |
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| Carbs | 9.57g | 8.82g |
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| Magnesium | 121mg | 11mg |
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| Calcium | 168mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 89mg | 135mg |
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| Iron | 2.85mg | 0.57mg |
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| Sugar | 0.6g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.13mg | 0.046mg |
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| Zinc | 1.23mg | 0.15mg |
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| Phosphorus | 42mg | 16mg |
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| Sodium | 233mg | 4mg |
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| Vitamin A | 116IU | 19IU |
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| Vitamin A | 6µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.87mg |
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| Manganese | 0.2mg | 0.057mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.7µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.017mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.028mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.47mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.642mg | 0.121mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin K | 66µg |
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| Folate | 180µg | 8µg |
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| Choline | 12.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.247g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.098g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.048mg |
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| Threonine | 0.055mg | 0.018mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.076mg | 0.016mg |
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| Leucine | 0.083mg | 0.025mg |
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| Lysine | 0.082mg | 0.026mg |
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| Methionine | 0.025mg | 0.007mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.043mg | 0.017mg |
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| Valine | 0.072mg | 0.022mg |
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| Histidine | 0.024mg | 0.019mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g |
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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
34%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
41%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Seaweed is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Seaweed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Seaweed is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jicama (yam bean) is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jicama (yam bean) contains less Sodium (difference - 229mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Jicama (yam bean) is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.247g)
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 ($)