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Celtuce vs. Chinese broccoli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Celtuce and Chinese broccoli

  • Celtuce is richer in Manganese, and Vitamin A RAE, yet Chinese broccoli is richer in Folate, Vitamin C, Calcium, and Vitamin B2.
  • Daily need coverage for Manganese from Celtuce is 18% higher.
  • Celtuce contains 2 times more Vitamin A RAE than Chinese broccoli. Celtuce contains 175µg of Vitamin A RAE, while Chinese broccoli contains 82µg.

Food types used in this article are Celtuce, raw and Broccoli, chinese, cooked.

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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 Magnesium +55.6%
Contains more Potassium +26.4%
Contains more Manganese +160.6%
Contains more Calcium +156.4%
Contains less Sodium -36.4%
Contains more Zinc +44.4%
Contains more Copper +52.5%
Contains more Selenium +44.4%
Equal in Iron - 0.56
Equal in Phosphorus - 41
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 12% 21% 20% 17% 30% 2% 8% 14% 90% 5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 30% 22% 13% 18% 24% 1% 11% 21% 35% 8%
Contains more Magnesium +55.6%
Contains more Potassium +26.4%
Contains more Manganese +160.6%
Contains more Calcium +156.4%
Contains less Sodium -36.4%
Contains more Zinc +44.4%
Contains more Copper +52.5%
Contains more Selenium +44.4%
Equal in Iron - 0.56
Equal in Phosphorus - 41

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 +113.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +25.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +15.1%
Contains more Vitamin C +44.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +72.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +108.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +40%
Contains more Folate +115.2%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 210% 0% 0% 65% 14% 17% 11% 11% 12% 35% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 99% 10% 0% 94% 24% 34% 9% 10% 17% 75% 0% 212%
Contains more Vitamin A +113.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +25.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +15.1%
Contains more Vitamin C +44.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +72.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +108.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +40%
Contains more Folate +115.2%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +34.1%
Contains more Fats +140%
Contains more Other +12.9%
Equal in Carbs - 3.81
Equal in Water - 93.54
4% 95%
Protein: 0.85 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 3.65 g
Water: 94.5 g
Other: 0.7 g
4% 94%
Protein: 1.14 g
Fats: 0.72 g
Carbs: 3.81 g
Water: 93.54 g
Other: 0.79 g
Contains more Protein +34.1%
Contains more Fats +140%
Contains more Other +12.9%
Equal in Carbs - 3.81
Equal in Water - 93.54

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Celtuce Chinese broccoli Opinion
Net carbs 1.95g 1.31g Celtuce
Protein 0.85g 1.14g Chinese broccoli
Fats 0.3g 0.72g Chinese broccoli
Carbs 3.65g 3.81g Chinese broccoli
Calories 18kcal 22kcal Chinese broccoli
Sugar 0.84g Celtuce
Fiber 1.7g 2.5g Chinese broccoli
Calcium 39mg 100mg Chinese broccoli
Iron 0.55mg 0.56mg Chinese broccoli
Magnesium 28mg 18mg Celtuce
Phosphorus 39mg 41mg Chinese broccoli
Potassium 330mg 261mg Celtuce
Sodium 11mg 7mg Chinese broccoli
Zinc 0.27mg 0.39mg Chinese broccoli
Copper 0.04mg 0.061mg Chinese broccoli
Manganese 0.688mg 0.264mg Celtuce
Selenium 0.9µg 1.3µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin A 3500IU 1638IU Celtuce
Vitamin A RAE 175µg 82µg Celtuce
Vitamin E 0.48mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin C 19.5mg 28.2mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B1 0.055mg 0.095mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B2 0.07mg 0.146mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B3 0.55mg 0.437mg Celtuce
Vitamin B5 0.183mg 0.159mg Celtuce
Vitamin B6 0.05mg 0.07mg Chinese broccoli
Folate 46µg 99µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin K 84.8µg Chinese broccoli
Tryptophan 0.006mg Celtuce
Threonine 0.039mg Celtuce
Isoleucine 0.055mg Celtuce
Leucine 0.052mg Celtuce
Lysine 0.055mg Celtuce
Methionine 0.01mg Celtuce
Phenylalanine 0.036mg Celtuce
Valine 0.046mg Celtuce
Histidine 0.015mg Celtuce
Saturated Fat 0.11g Celtuce
Monounsaturated Fat 0.05g Chinese broccoli
Polyunsaturated fat 0.33g Chinese broccoli

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Celtuce Chinese broccoli
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
31%
Celtuce
48%
Chinese broccoli
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
Celtuce
18%
Chinese broccoli

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Celtuce
Celtuce is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.84g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Celtuce
Celtuce is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.11g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Celtuce
Celtuce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.

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. Celtuce - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169990/nutrients
  2. Chinese broccoli - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169392/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.