Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw vs. Ginger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw and ginger
- Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is higher in vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2, yet ginger is higher in copper, vitamin B6, and potassium.
- Ginger covers your daily copper needs 20% more than yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw.
- The glycemic index of ginger is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Yardlong bean, raw and Ginger root, raw.
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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 | +212.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +73.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -69.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +114.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +27.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +370.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +11.7% |
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 | +276% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +328% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +223.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +463.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +82.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +269.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +566.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.8 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
8.35 g
Water:
87.85 g
Other:
0.6 g
Protein:
1.82 g
Fats:
0.75 g
Carbs:
17.77 g
Water:
78.89 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +87.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +112.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.036 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.169 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.203 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.154 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.154 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -48.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +327.8% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~0.154g
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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| Copper | 0.048mg | 0.226mg | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 18.8mg | 5mg | 15% |
| Folate | 62µg | 11µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.024mg | 0.16mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.107mg | 0.025mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.034mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Choline | 28.8mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 240mg | 415mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 34mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 8.35g | 17.77g | 3% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 16mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.055mg | 0.203mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.41mg | 0.75mg | 2% |
| Protein | 2.8g | 1.82g | 2% |
| Calories | 47kcal | 80kcal | 2% |
| Iron | 0.47mg | 0.6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.205mg | 0.229mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 1.5µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.4g | 0.75g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 8.35g | 15.77g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 44mg | 43mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.7g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.37mg | 0.34mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 13mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.105g | 0.203g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.036g | 0.154g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.169g | 0.154g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.032mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.104mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.15mg | 0.051mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.2mg | 0.074mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.184mg | 0.057mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.04mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.154mg | 0.045mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.162mg | 0.073mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.09mg | 0.03mg | 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
15%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.7g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.098g)
Which food is cheaper?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ginger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 76)
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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