Tofu vs. Soybean raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Tofu and Soybean raw
- Soybean raw is higher than Tofu in Copper, Iron, Folate, Phosphorus, Manganese, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Magnesium, Potassium, and Zinc.
- Soybean raw covers your daily Copper needs 163% more than Tofu.
Food varieties used in this article are Tofu, raw, regular, prepared with calcium sulfate and Soybeans, mature seeds, raw.
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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 | +26.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +833.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1385.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +192.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +759.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +511.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +625.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +316% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +100% |
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 | +286.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +5900% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +8400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +979% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1573.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +732.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1066.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +702.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1858.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +302.4% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.08 g
Fats:
4.78 g
Carbs:
1.87 g
Water:
84.55 g
Other:
0.72 g
Protein:
36.49 g
Fats:
19.94 g
Carbs:
30.16 g
Water:
8.54 g
Other:
4.87 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +890% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +351.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +317.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1512.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +576.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.691 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.056 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.699 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.884 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.404 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.255 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -76% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +317% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +317% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 76kcal | 446kcal |
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| Protein | 8.08g | 36.49g |
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| Fats | 4.78g | 19.94g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 6mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.57g | 20.86g |
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| Carbs | 1.87g | 30.16g |
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| Magnesium | 30mg | 280mg |
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| Calcium | 350mg | 277mg |
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| Potassium | 121mg | 1797mg |
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| Iron | 5.36mg | 15.7mg |
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| Sugar | 0.62g | 7.33g |
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| Fiber | 0.3g | 9.3g |
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| Copper | 0.193mg | 1.658mg |
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| Zinc | 0.8mg | 4.89mg |
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| Phosphorus | 97mg | 704mg |
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| Sodium | 7mg | 2mg |
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| Vitamin A | 85IU | 22IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.85mg |
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| Manganese | 0.605mg | 2.517mg |
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| Selenium | 8.9µg | 17.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.081mg | 0.874mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.052mg | 0.87mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.195mg | 1.623mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.068mg | 0.793mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.047mg | 0.377mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 47µg |
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| Folate | 15µg | 375µg |
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| Choline | 28.8mg | 115.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.691g | 2.884g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.056g | 4.404g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.699g | 11.255g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.12mg | 0.591mg |
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| Threonine | 0.402mg | 1.766mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.435mg | 1.971mg |
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| Leucine | 0.713mg | 3.309mg |
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| Lysine | 0.452mg | 2.706mg |
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| Methionine | 0.108mg | 0.547mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.428mg | 2.122mg |
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| Valine | 0.446mg | 2.029mg |
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| Histidine | 0.221mg | 1.097mg |
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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
7%
83%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
244%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.71g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tofu is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.193g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tofu is cheaper (difference - $3.4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Soybean raw contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Soybean raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Soybean raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Soybean raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)