Taro leaves vs. Triticale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are taro leaves and triticale different?
- Taro leaves are higher in vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B2; however, triticale is richer in manganese, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin B5, copper, magnesium, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for triticale is 109% higher.
Taro leaves, raw and Triticale 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 CalciumCalcium | +189.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +95.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +188.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +69.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +741.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +496.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +349.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +124.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +240.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +72.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +99% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1475% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.98 g
Fats:
0.74 g
Carbs:
6.7 g
Water:
85.66 g
Other:
1.92 g
Protein:
13.05 g
Fats:
2.09 g
Carbs:
72.13 g
Water:
10.51 g
Other:
2.22 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +715% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +162% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +182.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +976.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.151 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.307 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.366 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.211 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.913 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -58.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +251.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +197.4% |
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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| Manganese | 0.714mg | 3.21mg | 109% |
| Vitamin K | 108.6µg | 91% | |
| Vitamin C | 52mg | 0mg | 58% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 358mg | 43% |
| Zinc | 0.41mg | 3.45mg | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 241µg | 0µg | 27% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.084mg | 1.323mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.456mg | 0.134mg | 25% |
| Carbs | 6.7g | 72.13g | 22% |
| Copper | 0.27mg | 0.457mg | 21% |
| Magnesium | 45mg | 130mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.416mg | 17% |
| Protein | 4.98g | 13.05g | 16% |
| Calories | 42kcal | 336kcal | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 15% | |
| Folate | 126µg | 73µg | 13% |
| Potassium | 648mg | 332mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 2.02mg | 0.9mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 107mg | 37mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.307g | 0.913g | 4% |
| Iron | 2.25mg | 2.57mg | 4% |
| Fats | 0.74g | 2.09g | 2% |
| Choline | 12.8mg | 2% | |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.146mg | 0.138mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.513mg | 1.43mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.151g | 0.366g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3g | 72.13g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.01g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 3mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.06g | 0.211g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0.157mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.167mg | 0.405mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.26mg | 0.479mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.392mg | 0.911mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.246mg | 0.365mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0.204mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.256mg | 0.609mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.114mg | 0.311mg | 0% |
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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
69%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
105%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Triticale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Triticale is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.01g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro leaves contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro leaves is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.215g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taro leaves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taro leaves is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)