Sweet potato vs. Lasagne — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between sweet potato and lasagne
- Sweet potato is richer in vitamin A, vitamin B5, copper, and vitamin B6, yet lasagne is richer in selenium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin A for sweet potato is 275% higher.
- Sweet potato contains 2 times more vitamin B5 than lasagne. Sweet potato contains 0.8mg of vitamin B5, while lasagne contains 0.323mg.
- Sweet potato contains less sodium.
- Lasagne has a lower glycemic index than sweet potato.
Food types used in this article are Sweet potato, raw, unprepared and Lasagna with meat sauce, frozen, prepared.
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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 | +25% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +67.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +33.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +193.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +190% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +144.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2550% |
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 | +1629.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +147.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +71.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +226.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +174.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +288.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +118.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +88.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.57 g
Fats:
0.05 g
Carbs:
20.12 g
Water:
77.28 g
Other:
0.98 g
Protein:
7.28 g
Fats:
4.92 g
Carbs:
15.36 g
Water:
70.87 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +363.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9740% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60.2% |
~equal in
Water
~70.87g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.001 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.014 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.348 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.758 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.433 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +175700% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2992.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
12.65 g
Sucrose:
2.52 g
Glucose:
0.96 g
Fructose:
0.7 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
9.83 g
Sucrose:
0.54 g
Glucose:
0.93 g
Fructose:
1.04 g
Lactose:
0.6 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +28.7% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +366.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +48.6% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
~equal in
Glucose
~0.93g
~equal in
Maltose
~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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 709µg | 41µg | 74% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 15.9µg | 28% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.33µg | 14% |
| Sodium | 55mg | 373mg | 14% |
| Protein | 1.57g | 7.28g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.018g | 2.348g | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 47mg | 115mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.8mg | 0.323mg | 10% |
| Fats | 0.05g | 4.92g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.209mg | 0.122mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.151mg | 0.09mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 88mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.557mg | 1.528mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 1.7g | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.3mg | 0.87mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 337mg | 196mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 7µg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.001g | 1.758g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 0.85mg | 4% |
| Folate | 11µg | 24µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.014g | 0.433g | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.258mg | 0.193mg | 3% |
| Choline | 12.3mg | 23.2mg | 2% |
| Calories | 86kcal | 135kcal | 2% |
| Carbs | 20.12g | 15.36g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.061mg | 0.074mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Starch | 12.65g | 9.83g | 1% |
| Iron | 0.61mg | 0.71mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2.4mg | 2.5mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 17.12g | 13.66g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 1IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.18g | 3.11g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.196g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.031mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.083mg | 0.219mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.055mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.092mg | 0.578mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.066mg | 0.486mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.029mg | 0.164mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.089mg | 0.329mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.086mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.031mg | 0.183mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.7g | 1.04g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.026g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.322g | N/A |
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
31%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sweet potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet potato contains less Sodium (difference - 318mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sweet potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.33g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sweet potato is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lasagne is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.07g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lasagne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lasagne is relatively richer in vitamins
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.