Yam vs. Red potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between yam and red potato
- Yam has more manganese and fiber; however, red potato is richer in vitamin B3.
- Red potato has 2 times less fiber than yam. Yam has 3.9g of fiber, while red potato has 1.8g.
- Red potato has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of red potato is 89, while the glycemic index of yam is 51.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Yam, cooked, boiled, drained, or baked, without salt and Potatoes, red, 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 CalciumCalcium | +55.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +114.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +55.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +34.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +325% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +31.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +78.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +188.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +21.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +68.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +16.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.49 g
Fats:
0.14 g
Carbs:
27.48 g
Water:
70.13 g
Other:
0.76 g
Protein:
2.3 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
19.59 g
Water:
76.67 g
Other:
1.29 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +54.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69.7% |
~equal in
Fats
~0.15g
~equal in
Water
~76.67g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.029 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.06 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.026 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.043 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +150% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +39.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.3% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.371mg | 0.173mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 1.8g | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.552mg | 1.595mg | 7% |
| Starch | 15.15g | 6% | |
| Potassium | 670mg | 545mg | 4% |
| Folate | 16µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 49mg | 72mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 27.48g | 19.59g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.072mg | 2% |
| Protein | 1.49g | 2.3g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 0.4mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.52mg | 0.7mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.152mg | 0.174mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.028mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.34mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.311mg | 0.341mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.228mg | 0.212mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 116kcal | 89kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 12.1mg | 12.6mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.44g | 1% | |
| Calcium | 14mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.14g | 0.15g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 23.58g | 17.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.49g | 1.43g | N/A |
| Sodium | 8mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2.8µg | 0% |
| Choline | 16.2mg | 18.9mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 0.026g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0.002g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.06g | 0.043g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0.023mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.052mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.05mg | 0.074mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.094mg | 0.109mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.058mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.069mg | 0.091mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.06mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.033mg | 0.039mg | 0% |
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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
14%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
22%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Yam is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yam contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Red potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.003g)
Which food is cheaper?
Red potato is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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