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Chinese broccoli vs. Fiddlehead ferns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Chinese broccoli and Fiddlehead ferns

  • Chinese broccoli is richer in Calcium, and Vitamin B1, yet Fiddlehead ferns are richer in Copper, Vitamin B3, Vitamin A RAE, Manganese, Iron, and Phosphorus.
  • Daily need coverage for Copper from Fiddlehead ferns is 29% higher.
  • Chinese broccoli contains 5 times more Vitamin B1 than Fiddlehead ferns. Chinese broccoli contains 0.095mg of Vitamin B1, while Fiddlehead ferns contain 0.02mg.

Food types used in this article are Broccoli, chinese, cooked 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 Calcium +212.5%
Contains more Iron +133.9%
Contains more Magnesium +88.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +146.3%
Contains more Potassium +41.8%
Contains less Sodium -85.7%
Contains more Zinc +112.8%
Contains more Copper +424.6%
Contains more Manganese +93.2%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 30% 22% 13% 18% 24% 1% 11% 21% 35% 8%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 10% 50% 25% 44% 33% 1% 23% 107% 67% 0%
Contains more Calcium +212.5%
Contains more Iron +133.9%
Contains more Magnesium +88.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +146.3%
Contains more Potassium +41.8%
Contains less Sodium -85.7%
Contains more Zinc +112.8%
Contains more Copper +424.6%
Contains more Manganese +93.2%

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 B1 +375%
Contains more Vitamin A +120.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +43.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1039.6%
Equal in Vitamin C - 26.6
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%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 218% 0% 0% 89% 5% 49% 94% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +375%
Contains more Vitamin A +120.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +43.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1039.6%
Equal in Vitamin C - 26.6

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +80%
Contains more Protein +299.1%
Contains more Carbs +45.4%
Equal in Water - 88.68
Equal in Other - 0.83
4% 94%
Protein: 1.14 g
Fats: 0.72 g
Carbs: 3.81 g
Water: 93.54 g
Other: 0.79 g
5% 6% 89%
Protein: 4.55 g
Fats: 0.4 g
Carbs: 5.54 g
Water: 88.68 g
Other: 0.83 g
Contains more Fats +80%
Contains more Protein +299.1%
Contains more Carbs +45.4%
Equal in Water - 88.68
Equal in Other - 0.83

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chinese broccoli Fiddlehead ferns Opinion
Net carbs 1.31g 5.54g Fiddlehead ferns
Protein 1.14g 4.55g Fiddlehead ferns
Fats 0.72g 0.4g Chinese broccoli
Carbs 3.81g 5.54g Fiddlehead ferns
Calories 22kcal 34kcal Fiddlehead ferns
Sugar 0.84g Fiddlehead ferns
Fiber 2.5g Chinese broccoli
Calcium 100mg 32mg Chinese broccoli
Iron 0.56mg 1.31mg Fiddlehead ferns
Magnesium 18mg 34mg Fiddlehead ferns
Phosphorus 41mg 101mg Fiddlehead ferns
Potassium 261mg 370mg Fiddlehead ferns
Sodium 7mg 1mg Fiddlehead ferns
Zinc 0.39mg 0.83mg Fiddlehead ferns
Copper 0.061mg 0.32mg Fiddlehead ferns
Manganese 0.264mg 0.51mg Fiddlehead ferns
Selenium 1.3µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin A 1638IU 3617IU Fiddlehead ferns
Vitamin A RAE 82µg 181µg Fiddlehead ferns
Vitamin E 0.48mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin C 28.2mg 26.6mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B1 0.095mg 0.02mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B2 0.146mg 0.21mg Fiddlehead ferns
Vitamin B3 0.437mg 4.98mg Fiddlehead ferns
Vitamin B5 0.159mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B6 0.07mg Chinese broccoli
Folate 99µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin K 84.8µg Chinese broccoli
Saturated Fat 0.11g Fiddlehead ferns
Monounsaturated Fat 0.05g Chinese broccoli
Polyunsaturated fat 0.33g Chinese broccoli

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Chinese broccoli Fiddlehead ferns
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
48%
Chinese broccoli
38%
Fiddlehead ferns
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
Chinese broccoli
35%
Fiddlehead ferns

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fiddlehead ferns
Fiddlehead ferns is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.84g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fiddlehead ferns
Fiddlehead ferns contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fiddlehead ferns
Fiddlehead ferns is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.11g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fiddlehead ferns
Fiddlehead ferns is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fiddlehead ferns
Fiddlehead ferns is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli 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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Chinese broccoli - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169392/nutrients
  2. Fiddlehead ferns - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169405/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.