Wakame vs. Russet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Wakame and Russet potato
- Wakame is higher in Manganese, Folate, Copper, Magnesium, Vitamin B2, Iron, and Calcium, yet Russet potato is higher in Vitamin B6, and Potassium.
- Wakame covers your daily Manganese needs 51% more than Russet potato.
- Wakame contains 62 times more Sodium than Russet potato. While Wakame contains 872mg of Sodium, Russet potato contains only 14mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Seaweed, wakame, raw and Potatoes, Russet, flesh and skin, baked.
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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 | +256.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +733.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +165.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +514% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +40% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1000% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
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 | +3500% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1328.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +379.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +83.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +165% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +653.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +176.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +17600% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.03 g
Fats:
0.64 g
Carbs:
9.14 g
Water:
79.99 g
Other:
7.2 g
Protein:
2.63 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
74.45 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +392.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +433.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +134.6% |
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Water
~74.45g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.13 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.058 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.218 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.054 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1833.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +303.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -75.4% |
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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| Calories | 45kcal | 97kcal |
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| Protein | 3.03g | 2.63g |
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| Fats | 0.64g | 0.13g |
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| Vitamin C | 3mg | 8.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 8.64g | 19.14g |
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| Carbs | 9.14g | 21.44g |
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| Magnesium | 107mg | 30mg |
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| Calcium | 150mg | 18mg |
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| Potassium | 50mg | 550mg |
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| Iron | 2.18mg | 1.07mg |
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| Sugar | 0.65g | 1.08g |
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| Fiber | 0.5g | 2.3g |
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| Copper | 0.284mg | 0.107mg |
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| Zinc | 0.38mg | 0.35mg |
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| Starch | 17.45g |
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| Phosphorus | 80mg | 71mg |
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| Sodium | 872mg | 14mg |
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| Vitamin A | 360IU | 10IU |
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| Vitamin A | 18µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1mg | 0.07mg |
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| Manganese | 1.4mg | 0.228mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.067mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.23mg | 0.048mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.6mg | 1.348mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.697mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.354mg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.3µg | 2µg |
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| Folate | 196µg | 26µg |
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| Choline | 13.9mg | 15mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.13g | 0.032g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.058g | 0.003g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.218g | 0.054g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.035mg | 0.027mg |
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| Threonine | 0.165mg | 0.086mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.087mg | 0.085mg |
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| Leucine | 0.257mg | 0.125mg |
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| Lysine | 0.112mg | 0.137mg |
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| Methionine | 0.063mg | 0.041mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.112mg | 0.104mg |
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| Valine | 0.209mg | 0.131mg |
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| Histidine | 0.015mg | 0.044mg |
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| Fructose | 0.32g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.186g | 0g |
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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
28%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wakame is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.43g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wakame is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wakame is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Russet potato contains less Sodium (difference - 858mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Russet potato is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.098g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.