Chinese cabbage vs. Fiddlehead ferns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Chinese cabbage and fiddlehead ferns
- Chinese cabbage has more vitamin C, vitamin A, and calcium, while fiddlehead ferns have more copper, vitamin B3, manganese, vitamin B2, phosphorus, iron, and zinc.
- Fiddlehead ferns' daily need coverage for copper is 33% higher.
- Fiddlehead ferns contain 3 times less calcium than Chinese cabbage. Chinese cabbage contains 105mg of calcium, while fiddlehead ferns contain 32mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Cabbage, chinese (pak-choi), 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 | +228.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +78.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +46.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +63.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1423.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +336.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +173% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +220.8% |
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 | +69.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +23.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +896% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
2.18 g
Water:
95.32 g
Other:
0.8 g
Protein:
4.55 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
5.54 g
Water:
88.68 g
Other:
0.83 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +203.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +100% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +154.1% |
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Water
~88.68g
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Other
~0.83g
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 45.5µg | 38% | |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.32mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.5mg | 4.98mg | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 45mg | 26.6mg | 20% |
| Folate | 66µg | 17% | |
| Manganese | 0.159mg | 0.51mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.194mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.21mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 37mg | 101mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 32mg | 7% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 4.55g | 6% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 1.31mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.19mg | 0.83mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 223µg | 181µg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 34mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 65mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 370mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.088mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.04mg | 0.02mg | 2% |
| Choline | 6.4mg | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.096g | 1% | |
| Calories | 13kcal | 34kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.5µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 2.18g | 5.54g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0.4g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.18g | 5.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.18g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.027g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.015g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.085mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.026mg | 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
37%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fiddlehead ferns is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fiddlehead ferns contains less Sodium (difference - 64mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fiddlehead ferns is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.027g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fiddlehead ferns is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Fiddlehead ferns is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fiddlehead ferns is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese cabbage is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)