Chinese broccoli vs. Lemongrass — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between chinese broccoli and lemongrass
- Chinese broccoli has more vitamin A, vitamin C, and folate, while lemongrass has more manganese, iron, copper, zinc, potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus.
- Lemongrass's daily need coverage for manganese is 216% higher.
- Lemongrass contains 273 times less vitamin A than chinese broccoli. Chinese broccoli contains 1638IU of vitamin A, while lemongrass contains 6IU.
The food types used in this comparison are Broccoli, chinese, cooked and Lemon grass (citronella), 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 | +53.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +85.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +233.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +177% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1358.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +336.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +471.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +146.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1878.8% |
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 | +984.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +46.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +218% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +32% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +151.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.14 g
Fats:
0.72 g
Carbs:
3.81 g
Water:
93.54 g
Other:
0.79 g
Protein:
1.82 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
25.31 g
Water:
70.58 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +46.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +59.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +564.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +127.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.11 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.05 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.33 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.119 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.054 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.17 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +94.1% |
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Saturated fat
~0.119g
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~0.054g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.264mg | 5.224mg | 216% |
| Iron | 0.56mg | 8.17mg | 95% |
| Vitamin K | 84.8µg | 71% | |
| Vitamin C | 28.2mg | 2.6mg | 28% |
| Copper | 0.061mg | 0.266mg | 23% |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 2.23mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 261mg | 723mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 60mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 10% | |
| Phosphorus | 41mg | 101mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 82µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Carbs | 3.81g | 25.31g | 7% |
| Folate | 99µg | 75µg | 6% |
| Choline | 25.3mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 22kcal | 99kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.437mg | 1.101mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 65mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.48mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.065mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.159mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.33g | 0.17g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.146mg | 0.135mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 1.3µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.14g | 1.82g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.72g | 0.49g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.31g | 25.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.84g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 7mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.11g | 0.119g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.054g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
131%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lemongrass is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.84g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lemongrass contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lemongrass is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lemongrass is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chinese broccoli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.009g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chinese broccoli is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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)