Yam vs. Fondant icing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between yam and fondant icing
- The amount of potassium, vitamin B6, copper, vitamin C, manganese, fiber, vitamin B1, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B5 in yam is higher than in fondant icing.
- Yam covers your daily potassium needs 24% more than fondant icing.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Yam, raw and Candies, fondant, prepared-from-recipe.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +466.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +20300% |
| Contains more IronIron | +5300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +5833.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +500% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +16.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.53 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
27.88 g
Water:
69.6 g
Other:
0.82 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0.02 g
Carbs:
93.18 g
Water:
6.74 g
Other:
0.06 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +750% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +932.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1266.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +234.2% |
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 Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
| Potassium | 816mg | 4mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Carbs | 27.88g | 93.18g | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 17.1mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Copper | 0.178mg | 0.003mg | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.397mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 0g | 16% |
| Calories | 118kcal | 373kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.112mg | 0.005mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 55mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.54mg | 0.01mg | 7% |
| Folate | 23µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.314mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Choline | 16.5mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.53g | 0g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.552mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.24mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.076g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.032mg | 0.016mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.17g | 0.02g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 23.78g | 93.18g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 88.9g | N/A |
| Sodium | 9mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.6µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.037g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.006g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.059mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.062mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 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
18%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
1%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Yam is lower in Sugar (difference - 88.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yam contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Yam is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Yam is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fondant icing is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.037g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fondant icing is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is cheaper?
Fondant icing is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)