Taro vs. Veggie burger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between taro and veggie burgers
- Veggie burgers are higher than taro in vitamin B1, vitamin B12, selenium, folate, manganese, iron, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and vitamin B2.
- Veggie burgers cover your daily vitamin B1 needs 213% more than taro.
- The amount of sodium in taro is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Taro, raw and Veggie burgers or soyburgers, unprepared.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +77.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +69.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +216.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +338.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +16.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +447.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +145.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +148.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3128.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +934.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2690.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +876% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +525.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +320% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +463.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12.1% |
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:
15.7 g
Fats:
6.3 g
Carbs:
14.27 g
Water:
61.21 g
Other:
2.52 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +85.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +946.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3050% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +110% |
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
1.44 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.023 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11012.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2337.3% |
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 B1 | 0.095mg | 2.651mg | 213% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.01µg | 84% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 22.6µg | 40% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 15.7g | 28% |
| Folate | 22µg | 124µg | 26% |
| Manganese | 0.383mg | 0.951mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 569mg | 24% |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 2.41mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 3.753mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.244mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 84mg | 206mg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 0.23mg | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 2.023g | 13% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 6.3g | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.23mg | 1.26mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 136mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 591mg | 333mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 1.44g | 6% |
| Magnesium | 33mg | 56mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 1.778g | 4% |
| Carbs | 26.46g | 14.27g | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 1µg | 4.2µg | 3% |
| Calories | 112kcal | 177kcal | 3% |
| Copper | 0.172mg | 0.2mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 4.9g | 3% |
| Starch | 5.78g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 0.303mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 4.5mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 22.36g | 9.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1.07g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.303mg | 0.289mg | 0% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 19.4mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0.162mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 0.605mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0.78mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 1.399mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 1.004mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0.885mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 0.89mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0.465mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.13g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.081g | 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
17%
97%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
71%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Veggie burger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Veggie burger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taro is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taro is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.67g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 558mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.399g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taro is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)