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Brussels sprout vs. Falafel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Brussels sprout and Falafel?

  • Brussels sprout is richer in Vitamin C, while Falafel is higher in Iron, Copper, Phosphorus, Manganese, Magnesium, Zinc, and Folate.
  • Brussels sprout's daily need coverage for Vitamin C is 93% higher.
  • Brussels sprout is lower in Sodium.

We used Brussels sprouts, raw and Falafel, home-prepared 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 less Sodium -91.5%
Contains more Selenium +60%
Contains more Calcium +28.6%
Contains more Iron +144.3%
Contains more Magnesium +256.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +178.3%
Contains more Potassium +50.4%
Contains more Zinc +257.1%
Contains more Copper +268.6%
Contains more Manganese +105%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 53% 17% 30% 35% 4% 12% 24% 44% 9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 17% 129% 59% 83% 52% 39% 41% 86% 91% 6%
Contains less Sodium -91.5%
Contains more Selenium +60%
Contains more Calcium +28.6%
Contains more Iron +144.3%
Contains more Magnesium +256.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +178.3%
Contains more Potassium +50.4%
Contains more Zinc +257.1%
Contains more Copper +268.6%
Contains more Manganese +105%

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 +5700%
Contains more Vitamin C +5212.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +75.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +84.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +40.1%
Contains more Folate +52.5%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.146
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.292
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 46% 18% 0% 284% 35% 21% 14% 19% 51% 46% 0% 443%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 0% 0% 6% 37% 39% 20% 18% 29% 70% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +5700%
Contains more Vitamin C +5212.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +75.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +84.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +40.1%
Contains more Folate +52.5%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.146
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.292

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +148.4%
Contains more Protein +293.8%
Contains more Fats +5833.3%
Contains more Carbs +255.8%
Contains more Other +77.4%
3% 9% 86%
Protein: 3.38 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 8.95 g
Water: 86 g
Other: 1.37 g
13% 18% 32% 35% 2%
Protein: 13.31 g
Fats: 17.8 g
Carbs: 31.84 g
Water: 34.62 g
Other: 2.43 g
Contains more Water +148.4%
Contains more Protein +293.8%
Contains more Fats +5833.3%
Contains more Carbs +255.8%
Contains more Other +77.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -97.4%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +3577.9%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +44121.7%
100%
Saturated Fat: 0.062 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 153 g
14% 61% 25%
Saturated Fat: 2.383 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.16 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -97.4%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +3577.9%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +44121.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Brussels sprout Falafel Opinion
Net carbs 5.15g 31.84g Falafel
Protein 3.38g 13.31g Falafel
Fats 0.3g 17.8g Falafel
Carbs 8.95g 31.84g Falafel
Calories 43kcal 333kcal Falafel
Fructose 0.93g Brussels sprout
Sugar 2.2g Falafel
Fiber 3.8g Brussels sprout
Calcium 42mg 54mg Falafel
Iron 1.4mg 3.42mg Falafel
Magnesium 23mg 82mg Falafel
Phosphorus 69mg 192mg Falafel
Potassium 389mg 585mg Falafel
Sodium 25mg 294mg Brussels sprout
Zinc 0.42mg 1.5mg Falafel
Copper 0.07mg 0.258mg Falafel
Manganese 0.337mg 0.691mg Falafel
Selenium 1.6µg 1µg Brussels sprout
Vitamin A 754IU 13IU Brussels sprout
Vitamin A RAE 38µg 1µg Brussels sprout
Vitamin E 0.88mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin C 85mg 1.6mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B1 0.139mg 0.146mg Falafel
Vitamin B2 0.09mg 0.166mg Falafel
Vitamin B3 0.745mg 1.044mg Falafel
Vitamin B5 0.309mg 0.292mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B6 0.219mg 0.125mg Brussels sprout
Folate 61µg 93µg Falafel
Vitamin K 177µg Brussels sprout
Tryptophan 0.037mg 0.134mg Falafel
Threonine 0.12mg 0.492mg Falafel
Isoleucine 0.132mg 0.567mg Falafel
Leucine 0.152mg 0.944mg Falafel
Lysine 0.154mg 0.856mg Falafel
Methionine 0.032mg 0.187mg Falafel
Phenylalanine 0.098mg 0.707mg Falafel
Valine 0.155mg 0.562mg Falafel
Histidine 0.076mg 0.364mg Falafel
Saturated Fat 0.062g 2.383g Brussels sprout
Monounsaturated Fat 0.023g 10.171g Falafel
Polyunsaturated fat 153g 4.16g Brussels sprout

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Brussels sprout Falafel
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
81%
Brussels sprout
18%
Falafel
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
Brussels sprout
60%
Falafel

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Falafel
Falafel is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.2g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Falafel
Falafel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Falafel
Falafel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout contains less Sodium (difference - 269mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.321g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is cheaper (difference - $3.6)
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.

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. Brussels sprout - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170383/nutrients
  2. Falafel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172455/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.