Brussels sprouts vs. Crouton — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Brussels sprouts and crouton
- Brussels sprouts have more vitamin C, vitamin A, and vitamin B6; however, crouton is richer in selenium, vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B3, folate, and vitamin B2.
- Brussels sprouts cover your daily vitamin C needs 94% more than crouton.
- Brussels sprouts contain less sodium.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Brussels sprouts, raw and Croutons, plain.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +213.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +34.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +81% |
| Contains more IronIron | +191.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +132.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +111.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +48.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2243.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +742.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +348.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +202.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +630.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +38.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +116.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.38 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
8.95 g
Water:
86 g
Other:
1.37 g
Protein:
11.9 g
Fats:
6.6 g
Carbs:
73.5 g
Water:
5.5 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1463.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +252.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2100% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +721.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +82.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.062 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
153 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.51 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.059 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.273 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +11918.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13200% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 153g | 1.273g | 1012% |
| Vitamin K | 177µg | 148% | |
| Vitamin C | 85mg | 0mg | 94% |
| Selenium | 1.6µg | 37.5µg | 65% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.139mg | 0.623mg | 40% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 4.08mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 25mg | 698mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.745mg | 5.439mg | 29% |
| Carbs | 8.95g | 73.5g | 22% |
| Folate | 61µg | 132µg | 18% |
| Calories | 43kcal | 407kcal | 18% |
| Protein | 3.38g | 11.9g | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.219mg | 0.026mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.09mg | 0.272mg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.163mg | 10% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 6.6g | 10% |
| Potassium | 389mg | 124mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.023g | 3.059g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.062g | 1.51g | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.337mg | 0.5mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 69mg | 115mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.88mg | 6% | |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 5.1g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 0.89mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 76mg | 3% |
| Choline | 19.1mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg | 0.429mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 31mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.93g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.15g | 68.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.2g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.12mg | 0.337mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.132mg | 0.456mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.152mg | 0.832mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.154mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.032mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.098mg | 0.586mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.155mg | 0.514mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.076mg | 0.255mg | 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
73%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
70%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Crouton is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.2g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Crouton is lower in glycemic index (difference - 72)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Crouton is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brussels sprouts contains less Sodium (difference - 673mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brussels sprouts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.448g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brussels sprouts is cheaper (difference - $1.1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.