Brussels sprouts vs. Fiddlehead ferns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Brussels sprouts and Fiddlehead ferns
- Brussels sprouts have more Vitamin C, and Vitamin B1, however, Fiddlehead ferns are higher in Copper, Vitamin B3, Vitamin A, Vitamin B2, and Manganese.
- Brussels sprouts covers your daily need of Vitamin C 65% more than Fiddlehead ferns.
- Brussels sprouts have 7 times more Vitamin B1 than Fiddlehead ferns. While Brussels sprouts have 0.139mg of Vitamin B1, Fiddlehead ferns have only 0.02mg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Brussels sprouts, raw and Fiddlehead ferns, raw.
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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 | +31.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +47.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +357.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +97.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +51.3% |
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 | +219.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +595% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +379.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +568.5% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
4.55 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
5.54 g
Water:
88.68 g
Other:
0.83 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +61.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +65.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +33.3% |
~equal in
Water
~88.68g
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 | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 43kcal | 34kcal |
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| Protein | 3.38g | 4.55g |
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| Fats | 0.3g | 0.4g |
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| Vitamin C | 85mg | 26.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.15g | 5.54g |
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| Carbs | 8.95g | 5.54g |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 34mg |
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| Calcium | 42mg | 32mg |
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| Potassium | 389mg | 370mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.31mg |
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| Sugar | 2.2g |
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| Fiber | 3.8g |
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| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.32mg |
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| Zinc | 0.42mg | 0.83mg |
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| Phosphorus | 69mg | 101mg |
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| Sodium | 25mg | 1mg |
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| Vitamin A | 754IU | 3617IU |
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| Vitamin A | 38µg | 181µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.88mg |
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| Manganese | 0.337mg | 0.51mg |
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| Selenium | 1.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.139mg | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.09mg | 0.21mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.745mg | 4.98mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.219mg |
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| Vitamin K | 177µg |
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| Folate | 61µg |
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| Choline | 19.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.062g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.023g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 153g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.037mg |
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| Threonine | 0.12mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.132mg |
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| Leucine | 0.152mg |
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| Lysine | 0.154mg |
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| Methionine | 0.032mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.098mg |
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| Valine | 0.155mg |
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| Histidine | 0.076mg |
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| Fructose | 0.93g |
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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
76%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fiddlehead ferns is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fiddlehead ferns contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fiddlehead ferns is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.062g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fiddlehead ferns is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Fiddlehead ferns is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brussels sprouts is relatively richer in vitamins
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.