Taro vs. Millet raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are taro and millet raw different?
- Millet raw has more copper, manganese, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, magnesium, fiber, and folate than taro.
- Daily need coverage for copper for millet raw is 64% higher.
- Taro has a lower glycemic index (54) than millet raw (71).
Taro, raw and Millet, raw 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 | +437.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +203.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +245.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +447.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +336% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +630.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +239.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -54.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +326.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +285.7% |
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 | +4660% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +343.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1060% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +686.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +179.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +35.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +286.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
26.46 g
Water:
70.64 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
11.02 g
Fats:
4.22 g
Carbs:
72.85 g
Water:
8.67 g
Other:
3.24 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +714.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +634.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2010% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +175.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +170% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.083 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.723 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.773 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.134 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4731.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2471.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.172mg | 0.75mg | 64% |
| Manganese | 0.383mg | 1.632mg | 54% |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 3.01mg | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 84mg | 285mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.421mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 4.72mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.29mg | 20% |
| Magnesium | 33mg | 114mg | 19% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 11.02g | 19% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 8.5g | 18% |
| Folate | 22µg | 85µg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 0.05mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 26.46g | 72.85g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 2.134g | 14% |
| Calories | 112kcal | 378kcal | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.23mg | 1.68mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 591mg | 195mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.303mg | 0.848mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 0.384mg | 8% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 4.22g | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 2.7µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 8mg | 4% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 0.723g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 0.773g | 2% |
| Net carbs | 22.36g | 64.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 11mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1µg | 0.9µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0.119mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 0.353mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0.465mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 1.4mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0.212mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.221mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0.58mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 0.578mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0.236mg | 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
17%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
86%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.682g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taro is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Taro is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Millet raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Millet raw contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Millet raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.