Basil vs. Drumstick leaves — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between basil and drumstick leaves?
- Basil is richer in copper and folate, yet drumstick leaves are richer in vitamin B6, vitamin B2, vitamin C, vitamin B1, vitamin A, iron, vitamin B3, and phosphorus.
- Drumstick leaves' daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 80% higher.
- Basil has 4 times more copper than drumstick leaves. Basil has 0.385mg of copper, while drumstick leaves have 0.105mg.
We used Basil, fresh and Drumstick leaves, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +52.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +266.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +35% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +14.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +26.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +100% |
| 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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +67.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +70% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +187.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +43.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +655.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +768.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +146.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +674.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.15 g
Fats:
0.64 g
Carbs:
2.65 g
Water:
92.06 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
9.4 g
Fats:
1.4 g
Carbs:
8.28 g
Water:
78.66 g
Other:
2.26 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +17% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +198.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +118.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +212.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50.7% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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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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| Vitamin K | 414.8µg | 346% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.155mg | 1.2mg | 80% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.076mg | 0.66mg | 45% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 51.7mg | 37% |
| Copper | 0.385mg | 0.105mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0.257mg | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 264µg | 378µg | 13% |
| Protein | 3.15g | 9.4g | 13% |
| Iron | 3.17mg | 4mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.902mg | 2.22mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 56mg | 112mg | 8% |
| Folate | 68µg | 40µg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 42mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 5% | |
| Manganese | 1.148mg | 1.063mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.389g | 3% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 0.125mg | 2% |
| Choline | 11.4mg | 2% | |
| Calories | 23kcal | 64kcal | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.81mg | 0.6mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 2g | 2% |
| Carbs | 2.65g | 8.28g | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 0.9µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 177mg | 185mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.64g | 1.4g | 1% |
| Potassium | 295mg | 337mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.05g | 6.28g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 4mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.088g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.039mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.104mg | 0.411mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.104mg | 0.451mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.191mg | 0.791mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.11mg | 0.537mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.036mg | 0.123mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.13mg | 0.487mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.127mg | 0.611mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.051mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.02g | 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
104%
67%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
57%
51%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drumstick leaves is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drumstick leaves is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.041g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drumstick leaves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Drumstick leaves is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Basil contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
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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