Taro vs. Coleslaw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between taro and coleslaw
- Taro is higher in copper, potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin E, manganese, phosphorus, and fiber, yet coleslaw is higher in vitamin K and vitamin C.
- Coleslaw covers your daily vitamin K needs 58% more than taro.
- Taro contains 11 times more copper than coleslaw. While taro contains 0.172mg of copper, coleslaw contains only 0.015mg.
- The amount of sodium in taro is lower.
- The glycemic index of coleslaw is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Taro, raw and Fast foods, coleslaw.
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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 | +312.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +43.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +358.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +150% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1046.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +64.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +320% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +275.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 EVitamin E | +340.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +265.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +191.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +23.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +152.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +224.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +6990% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +57.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +77.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +44.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4855% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16593.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6343.4% |
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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| Vitamin K | 1µg | 70.9µg | 58% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 5.348g | 35% |
| Copper | 0.172mg | 0.015mg | 17% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 9.91g | 15% |
| Potassium | 591mg | 129mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 0.112mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.383mg | 0.102mg | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 0.54mg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 14.6mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 84mg | 20mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 1.9g | 9% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 203mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 1.599g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 2.671g | 7% |
| Magnesium | 33mg | 8mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.026mg | 6% |
| Folate | 22µg | 6% | |
| Carbs | 26.46g | 14.89g | 4% |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 0.22mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 28µg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 112kcal | 153kcal | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.44g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 0.206mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.303mg | 0.246mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 0.95g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 43mg | 30mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.23mg | 0.14mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 22.36g | 12.99g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 12.19g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.037g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.279g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.979g | N/A |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taro is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taro is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.79g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 192mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.558g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taro is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taro is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coleslaw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)