Tomato sauce vs. Figs — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tomato sauce and figs?
- Tomato sauce is richer in vitamin E, iron, vitamin A, vitamin C, and copper, while figs are higher in fiber.
- Figs have 4 times less vitamin C than tomato sauce. Tomato sauce has 7mg of vitamin C, while figs have 2mg.
- Tomato sauce is lower in sugar.
- Figs have a higher glycemic index (61) than tomato sauce (31).
We used Tomato sauce, canned, no salt added and Figs, raw types in this comparison.
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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 | +28% |
| Contains more IronIron | +159.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +64.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +46.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +92.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +13.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +150% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13.3% |
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 | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +214.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1209.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +147.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +110.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +15.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +67.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.2 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
5.31 g
Water:
91.28 g
Other:
1.91 g
Protein:
0.75 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
19.18 g
Water:
79.11 g
Other:
0.66 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +60% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +189.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +261.2% |
~equal in
Fats
~0.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.121 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.06 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.066 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.144 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -31.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +50% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +19% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
| Vitamin E | 1.44mg | 0.11mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.96mg | 0.37mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 2mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 2.9g | 6% |
| Carbs | 5.31g | 19.18g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.115mg | 0.07mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.991mg | 0.4mg | 4% |
| Calories | 24kcal | 74kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.024mg | 0.06mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 297mg | 232mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 27mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 22µg | 7µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 4.7µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.67g | 2% | |
| Calcium | 14mg | 35mg | 2% |
| Protein | 1.2g | 0.75g | 1% |
| Folate | 9µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0.113mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.065mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.15mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.113mg | 0.128mg | 1% |
| Choline | 9.9mg | 4.7mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.81g | 16.28g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.56g | 16.26g | N/A |
| Sodium | 11mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 0.06g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.044g | 0.066g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 0.144g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0.006mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.037mg | 0.024mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.025mg | 0.023mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.034mg | 0.033mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.037mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.008mg | 0.006mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.036mg | 0.018mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.025mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.02mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Fats diet | Equal | |
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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
12%
8%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tomato sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.7g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tomato sauce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.019g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tomato sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is cheaper?
Tomato sauce is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tomato sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tomato sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Figs contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)