Yam vs. Napa cabbage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between yam and napa cabbage
- Yam is higher than napa cabbage in potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin C, copper, vitamin B1, manganese, vitamin B5, and phosphorus.
- Yam's daily need coverage for potassium is 21% higher.
- Yam has 22 times more vitamin B1 than napa cabbage. While yam has 0.112mg of vitamin B1, napa cabbage has only 0.005mg.
- Napa cabbage has a lower glycemic index (32) than yam (51).
The food types used in this comparison are Yam, raw and Cabbage, napa, cooked.
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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 | +162.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +837.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +85.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +71.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +189.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +95.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +75% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +70.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +37% |
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 | +434.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +28% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +797.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +691.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +85.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +87% |
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:
1.1 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
2.23 g
Water:
96.33 g
Other:
0.17 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1150.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +382.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +38.4% |
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Fats
~0.17g
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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| Potassium | 816mg | 87mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.037mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 16% | |
| Vitamin C | 17.1mg | 3.2mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.112mg | 0.005mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 27.88g | 2.23g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.178mg | 0.096mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.397mg | 0.203mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.314mg | 0.035mg | 6% |
| Folate | 23µg | 43µg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 55mg | 19mg | 5% |
| Calories | 118kcal | 12kcal | 5% |
| Choline | 16.5mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.54mg | 0.74mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.076g | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 13µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.53g | 1.1g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.032mg | 0.025mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.552mg | 0.466mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.24mg | 0.14mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.17g | 0.17g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 23.78g | 2.23g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 9mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.037g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.006g | 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%
6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
12%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Yam is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yam contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Yam is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Napa cabbage is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Napa cabbage is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.037g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Napa cabbage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Napa cabbage is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)