Yam vs. Lemon meringue pie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between yam and lemon meringue pie
- Yam has more potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin C, copper, and manganese; however, lemon meringue pie is richer in selenium and vitamin B2.
- Yam's daily need coverage for potassium is 22% more.
- Yam contains 11 times more vitamin B6 than lemon meringue pie. Yam contains 0.293mg of vitamin B6, while lemon meringue pie contains 0.027mg.
- Yam contains less sodium.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Yam, raw and Pie, lemon meringue, 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 | +250% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +41.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1155.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +323.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +31% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +210.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +85.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1557.1% |
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 | +418.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +46.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +985.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +514.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +396.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +71% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
3.8 g
Fats:
12.9 g
Carbs:
39.1 g
Water:
43.3 g
Other:
0.9 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +60.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +148.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7488.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.2% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.037 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.006 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.076 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.185 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.582 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.331 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +92933.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4282.9% |
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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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Potassium | 816mg | 65mg | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.076g | 3.331g | 22% |
| Fats | 0.17g | 12.9g | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.027mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 11.6µg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 53mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 16% | |
| Copper | 0.178mg | 0.042mg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 17.1mg | 3.3mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.006g | 5.582g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.037g | 3.185g | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.397mg | 0.128mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.032mg | 0.159mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 242mg | 10% |
| Calories | 118kcal | 285kcal | 8% |
| Iron | 0.54mg | 1mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.12µg | 5% |
| Protein | 1.53g | 3.8g | 5% |
| Carbs | 27.88g | 39.1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 43µg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 6mg | 4% |
| Choline | 16.5mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.552mg | 0.944mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.314mg | 0.214mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 55mg | 42mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 17mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Folate | 23µg | 25µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 23.78g | 39.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.24mg | 0.28mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.112mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0.046mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.054mg | 0.143mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.052mg | 0.169mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.096mg | 0.292mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.059mg | 0.181mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.021mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.071mg | 0.194mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.062mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Yam is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yam contains less Sodium (difference - 233mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Yam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.148g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lemon meringue pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food is cheaper?
Lemon meringue pie is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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