Arugula vs. Purslane — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between arugula and purslane?
- Arugula is richer in folate, vitamin A, calcium, and vitamin B5, while purslane is higher in vitamin C and iron.
- Arugula's daily need coverage for folate is 21% higher.
- Purslane has 12 times less vitamin B5 than arugula. Arugula has 0.437mg of vitamin B5, while purslane has 0.036mg.
We used Arugula, raw and Purslane, raw types in this comparison.
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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 | +146.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +176.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +44.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +36.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +48.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1113.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +708.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +19.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +30.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +57.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +83.3% |
~equal in
Carbs
~3.39g
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Water
~92.86g
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Other
~1.36g
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 | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 108.6µg | 91% | |
| Folate | 97µg | 12µg | 21% |
| Vitamin A | 119µg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 160mg | 65mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.437mg | 0.036mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 21mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.46mg | 1.99mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 47mg | 68mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.113mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 369mg | 494mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 3% | |
| Zinc | 0.47mg | 0.17mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.086mg | 0.112mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.319g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.305mg | 0.48mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 0.9µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 27mg | 45mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.321mg | 0.303mg | 1% |
| Protein | 2.58g | 2.03g | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 44mg | 1% |
| Calories | 25kcal | 20kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 0.66g | 0.36g | 0% |
| Carbs | 3.65g | 3.39g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.05g | 3.39g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.05g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.044mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.073mg | 0.073mg | 0% |
| Choline | 15.3mg | 12.8mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.086g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.049g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Purslane is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.05g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Purslane is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.086g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Purslane is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Purslane is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arugula contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
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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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.
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.