Brussels sprouts vs. Salsify — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Brussels sprouts and Salsify?
- Brussels sprouts are richer in Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Folate, Iron, Vitamin B1, and Manganese, while Salsify is higher in Vitamin B2.
- Brussels sprouts' daily need coverage for Vitamin K is 147% higher.
- Salsify has 18 times less Vitamin C than Brussels sprouts. Brussels sprouts have 85mg of Vitamin C, while Salsify has 4.6mg.
We used Brussels sprouts, raw and Salsify, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt 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 | +27.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +37.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +154.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +40% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +23.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +60.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +166.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +11.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36% |
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 | +1747.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +363.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +148.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +90.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +58900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +306.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +92.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +35.6% |
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:
2.73 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
15.36 g
Water:
81 g
Other:
0.74 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +76.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +85.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +71.6% |
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Water
~81g
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
0.041 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.074 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +666.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +206656.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -33.9% |
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 Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 43kcal | 68kcal |
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| Protein | 3.38g | 2.73g |
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| Fats | 0.3g | 0.17g |
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| Vitamin C | 85mg | 4.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.15g | 12.26g |
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| Carbs | 8.95g | 15.36g |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 42mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 389mg | 283mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 0.55mg |
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| Sugar | 2.2g | 2.9g |
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| Fiber | 3.8g | 3.1g |
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| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.07mg | |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 0.3mg |
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| Phosphorus | 69mg | 56mg |
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| Sodium | 25mg | 16mg |
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| Vitamin A | 754IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 38µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.88mg | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 0.337mg | 0.21mg |
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| Selenium | 1.6µg | 0.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.139mg | 0.056mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.09mg | 0.173mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.745mg | 0.392mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg | 0.276mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.219mg | 0.218mg |
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| Vitamin K | 177µg | 0.3µg |
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| Folate | 61µg | 15µg |
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| Choline | 19.1mg | 25.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.062g | 0.041g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.023g | 0.003g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 153g | 0.074g |
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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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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Salsify contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Salsify is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.021g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsify is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Salsify is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brussels sprouts is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.7g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brussels sprouts is relatively richer in minerals
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)