Yam vs. Lima beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between yam and lima beans
- Yam has more vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium, while lima beans have more iron, folate, fiber, phosphorus, selenium, zinc, and copper.
- Lima beans cover your daily need for iron, 23% more than yam.
- Lima beans have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of lima beans is 32, while the glycemic index of yam is 51.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Yam, raw and Lima beans, large, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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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 | +60.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +104.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +342.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +295.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +101.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +30% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +542.9% |
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 | +94.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +82% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +15% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +71.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +34.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +260.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +97% |
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:
7.8 g
Fats:
0.38 g
Carbs:
20.88 g
Water:
69.79 g
Other:
1.15 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +33.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +409.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +123.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +40.2% |
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Water
~69.79g
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
0.089 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.034 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.171 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -58.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +466.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +125% |
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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| Iron | 0.54mg | 2.39mg | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 17.1mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Folate | 23µg | 83µg | 15% |
| Protein | 1.53g | 7.8g | 13% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 7g | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.161mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 816mg | 508mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 55mg | 111mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 4.5µg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.24mg | 0.95mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.178mg | 0.235mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.397mg | 0.516mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 43mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.112mg | 0.161mg | 4% |
| Choline | 16.5mg | 32.5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.314mg | 0.422mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 27.88g | 20.88g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.032mg | 0.055mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.552mg | 0.421mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 0.18mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.076g | 0.171g | 1% |
| Calories | 118kcal | 115kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 0.17g | 0.38g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 23.78g | 13.88g | N/A |
| Calcium | 17mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 2.9g | N/A |
| Sodium | 9mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.037g | 0.089g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.006g | 0.034g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.054mg | 0.337mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.052mg | 0.411mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.096mg | 0.673mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.059mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.021mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.071mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.062mg | 0.469mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0.238mg | 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%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Yam is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.4g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Yam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.052g)
Which food is cheaper?
Yam is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lima beans contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lima beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lima beans is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.