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Brussels sprout vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Brussels sprout and Cayenne pepper different?

  • Brussels sprout is higher in Vitamin K, however, Cayenne pepper is richer in Vitamin A RAE, Vitamin E , Vitamin B6, Fiber, Iron, Manganese, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, and Potassium.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin A RAE from Cayenne pepper is 227% higher.
  • Brussels sprout contains 2 times more Vitamin K than Cayenne pepper. While Brussels sprout contains 177µg of Vitamin K, Cayenne pepper contains only 80.3µg.

Brussels sprouts, raw and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne are the varieties used in this article.

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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 -16.7%
Contains more Calcium +252.4%
Contains more Iron +457.1%
Contains more Magnesium +560.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +324.6%
Contains more Potassium +417.7%
Contains more Zinc +490.5%
Contains more Copper +432.9%
Contains more Manganese +493.5%
Contains more Selenium +450%
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 45% 293% 109% 126% 178% 4% 68% 125% 261% 48%
Contains less Sodium -16.7%
Contains more Calcium +252.4%
Contains more Iron +457.1%
Contains more Magnesium +560.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +324.6%
Contains more Potassium +417.7%
Contains more Zinc +490.5%
Contains more Copper +432.9%
Contains more Manganese +493.5%
Contains more Selenium +450%

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 C +11.3%
Contains more Vitamin K +120.4%
Contains more Vitamin A +5418.6%
Contains more Vitamin E +3289.8%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +136%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +921.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1067.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1018.7%
Contains more Folate +73.8%
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 2497% 597% 0% 255% 82% 213% 164% 0% 566% 80% 0% 201%
Contains more Vitamin C +11.3%
Contains more Vitamin K +120.4%
Contains more Vitamin A +5418.6%
Contains more Vitamin E +3289.8%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +136%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +921.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1067.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1018.7%
Contains more Folate +73.8%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +968.3%
Contains more Protein +255.3%
Contains more Fats +5656.7%
Contains more Carbs +532.7%
Contains more Other +340.9%
3% 9% 86%
Protein: 3.38 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 8.95 g
Water: 86 g
Other: 1.37 g
12% 17% 57% 8% 6%
Protein: 12.01 g
Fats: 17.27 g
Carbs: 56.63 g
Water: 8.05 g
Other: 6.04 g
Contains more Water +968.3%
Contains more Protein +255.3%
Contains more Fats +5656.7%
Contains more Carbs +532.7%
Contains more Other +340.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -98.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +1728%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +11856.5%
100%
Saturated Fat: 0.062 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 153 g
23% 19% 58%
Saturated Fat: 3.26 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 8.37 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -98.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +1728%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +11856.5%

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 Cayenne pepper
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Brussels sprout Cayenne pepper Opinion
Net carbs 5.15g 29.43g Cayenne pepper
Protein 3.38g 12.01g Cayenne pepper
Fats 0.3g 17.27g Cayenne pepper
Carbs 8.95g 56.63g Cayenne pepper
Calories 43kcal 318kcal Cayenne pepper
Fructose 0.93g Brussels sprout
Sugar 2.2g 10.34g Brussels sprout
Fiber 3.8g 27.2g Cayenne pepper
Calcium 42mg 148mg Cayenne pepper
Iron 1.4mg 7.8mg Cayenne pepper
Magnesium 23mg 152mg Cayenne pepper
Phosphorus 69mg 293mg Cayenne pepper
Potassium 389mg 2014mg Cayenne pepper
Sodium 25mg 30mg Brussels sprout
Zinc 0.42mg 2.48mg Cayenne pepper
Copper 0.07mg 0.373mg Cayenne pepper
Manganese 0.337mg 2mg Cayenne pepper
Selenium 1.6µg 8.8µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin A 754IU 41610IU Cayenne pepper
Vitamin A RAE 38µg 2081µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin E 0.88mg 29.83mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin C 85mg 76.4mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B1 0.139mg 0.328mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B2 0.09mg 0.919mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B3 0.745mg 8.701mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B5 0.309mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B6 0.219mg 2.45mg Cayenne pepper
Folate 61µg 106µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin K 177µg 80.3µg Brussels sprout
Tryptophan 0.037mg Brussels sprout
Threonine 0.12mg Brussels sprout
Isoleucine 0.132mg Brussels sprout
Leucine 0.152mg Brussels sprout
Lysine 0.154mg Brussels sprout
Methionine 0.032mg Brussels sprout
Phenylalanine 0.098mg Brussels sprout
Valine 0.155mg Brussels sprout
Histidine 0.076mg Brussels sprout
Saturated Fat 0.062g 3.26g Brussels sprout
Monounsaturated Fat 0.023g 2.75g Cayenne pepper
Polyunsaturated fat 153g 8.37g Brussels sprout

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Brussels sprout Cayenne pepper
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
388%
Cayenne pepper
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
Brussels sprout
125%
Cayenne pepper

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.14g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.198g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is cheaper (difference - $2.1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Cayenne pepper - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170932/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.