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Arugula vs. Smoothie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Arugula and Smoothie?

  • Arugula is richer in Iron, Calcium, Potassium, and Fiber, while Smoothie is higher in Vitamin C, and Vitamin B12.
  • Arugula's daily need coverage for Iron is 16% higher.
  • Arugula is lower in Sugar.

We used Arugula, raw and Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana 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.
Arugula
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Contains more Calcium +290.2%
Contains more Iron +873.3%
Contains more Potassium +1437.5%
Equal in Sodium - 29
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 48% 55% 34% 23% 33% 4% 13% 26% 42% 2%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 6% 0% 0% 3% 4% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Calcium +290.2%
Contains more Iron +873.3%
Contains more Potassium +1437.5%
Equal in Sodium - 29

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +481.6%
Contains more Vitamin C +63.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +167.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +12.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 143% 9% 0% 50% 11% 20% 6% 27% 17% 73% 0% 272%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 25% 0% 0% 82% 0% 0% 16% 0% 19% 0% 30% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +481.6%
Contains more Vitamin C +63.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +167.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +12.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +111.5%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Other +311.8%
Contains more Carbs +123.6%
Equal in Water - 90.28
3% 4% 92%
Protein: 2.58 g
Fats: 0.66 g
Carbs: 3.65 g
Water: 91.71 g
Other: 1.4 g
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 g
Contains more Protein +111.5%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Other +311.8%
Contains more Carbs +123.6%
Equal in Water - 90.28

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Arugula Smoothie
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Arugula Smoothie Opinion
Net carbs 2.05g 8.16g Smoothie
Protein 2.58g 1.22g Arugula
Fats 0.66g 0g Arugula
Carbs 3.65g 8.16g Smoothie
Calories 25kcal 37kcal Smoothie
Sugar 2.05g 7.35g Arugula
Fiber 1.6g 0g Arugula
Calcium 160mg 41mg Arugula
Iron 1.46mg 0.15mg Arugula
Magnesium 47mg Arugula
Phosphorus 52mg Arugula
Potassium 369mg 24mg Arugula
Sodium 27mg 29mg Arugula
Zinc 0.47mg Arugula
Copper 0.076mg Arugula
Manganese 0.321mg Arugula
Selenium 0.3µg Arugula
Vitamin A 2373IU 408IU Arugula
Vitamin A RAE 119µg Arugula
Vitamin E 0.43mg Arugula
Vitamin C 15mg 24.5mg Smoothie
Vitamin B1 0.044mg Arugula
Vitamin B2 0.086mg Arugula
Vitamin B3 0.305mg 0.816mg Smoothie
Vitamin B5 0.437mg Arugula
Vitamin B6 0.073mg 0.082mg Smoothie
Folate 97µg Arugula
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.24µg Smoothie
Vitamin K 108.6µg Arugula
Saturated Fat 0.086g 0g Smoothie
Monounsaturated Fat 0.049g Arugula
Polyunsaturated fat 0.319g Arugula

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Arugula Smoothie
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
52%
Arugula
14%
Smoothie
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
Arugula
2%
Smoothie

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.086g)
Which food is cheaper?
Smoothie
Smoothie is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arugula
Arugula is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arugula
Arugula contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Arugula
Arugula is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Arugula
Arugula is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Arugula
Arugula is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Arugula - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169387/nutrients
  2. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.