Tamarind vs. Potato bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tamarind and potato bread
- Tamarind has more vitamin B1 and magnesium, while potato bread has more phosphorus, folate, selenium, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, zinc, and calcium.
- Potato bread covers your daily need for phosphorus, 37% more than tamarind.
- Tamarind contains 3 times more magnesium than potato bread. While tamarind contains 92mg of magnesium, potato bread contains only 28mg.
- The amount of sodium in tamarind is lower.
- Tamarind has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of tamarind is 23, while the glycemic index of potato bread is 61.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Tamarinds, raw and Bread, potato.
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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 | +228.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +154.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +14.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1340% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +226.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +630.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +127.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +43.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +55% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +370% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +471.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +251.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +142.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +800% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +114% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.8 g
Fats:
0.6 g
Carbs:
62.5 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
12.5 g
Fats:
3.13 g
Carbs:
47.07 g
Water:
33.55 g
Other:
3.75 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +32.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +346.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +421.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38.9% |
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Water
~33.55g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 113mg | 369mg | 37% |
| Folate | 14µg | 126µg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.428mg | 0.188mg | 20% |
| Protein | 2.8g | 12.5g | 19% |
| Selenium | 1.3µg | 9.5µg | 15% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 375mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 92mg | 28mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg | 0.232mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.143mg | 0.817mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1.44mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 188mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.253mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 2.25mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.15µg | 6% |
| Fiber | 5.1g | 6.3g | 5% |
| Carbs | 62.5g | 47.07g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.938mg | 1.25mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.152mg | 0.106mg | 4% |
| Fats | 0.6g | 3.13g | 4% |
| Potassium | 628mg | 718mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 6.8µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 0.47mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 18.4mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 24µg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.272g | 0g | 1% |
| Calories | 239kcal | 266kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.086mg | 0.094mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 57.4g | 40.77g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 38.8g | 9.38g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.181g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.059g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.018mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.224mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.44mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.139mg | 0.311mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.014mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.143mg | 0% |
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
18%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tamarind contains less Sodium (difference - 347mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tamarind is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato bread is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.42g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.272g)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato bread is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)