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Chinese broccoli vs. Purslane — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Chinese broccoli and Purslane?

  • Chinese broccoli is richer in Folate, and Vitamin C, while Purslane is higher in Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, and Copper.
  • Chinese broccoli's daily need coverage for Folate is 22% higher.
  • Purslane has 2 times less Choline than Chinese broccoli. Chinese broccoli has 25.3mg of Choline, while Purslane has 12.8mg.

We used Broccoli, chinese, cooked and Purslane, raw types in this comparison.

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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 +53.8%
Contains less Sodium -84.4%
Contains more Zinc +129.4%
Contains more Selenium +44.4%
Contains more Iron +255.4%
Contains more Magnesium +277.8%
Contains more Potassium +89.3%
Contains more Copper +85.2%
Contains more Manganese +14.8%
Equal in Phosphorus - 44
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 20% 75% 49% 19% 44% 6% 5% 38% 40% 5%
Contains more Calcium +53.8%
Contains less Sodium -84.4%
Contains more Zinc +129.4%
Contains more Selenium +44.4%
Contains more Iron +255.4%
Contains more Magnesium +277.8%
Contains more Potassium +89.3%
Contains more Copper +85.2%
Contains more Manganese +14.8%
Equal in Phosphorus - 44

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 +24.1%
Contains more Vitamin C +34.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +102.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +30.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +341.7%
Contains more Folate +725%
Equal in Vitamin B3 - 0.48
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.073
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 80% 0% 0% 70% 12% 26% 9% 3% 17% 9% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +24.1%
Contains more Vitamin C +34.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +102.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +30.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +341.7%
Contains more Folate +725%
Equal in Vitamin B3 - 0.48
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.073

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +100%
Contains more Carbs +12.4%
Contains more Protein +78.1%
Contains more Other +72.2%
Equal in Water - 92.86
4% 94%
Protein: 1.14 g
Fats: 0.72 g
Carbs: 3.81 g
Water: 93.54 g
Other: 0.79 g
2% 3% 93%
Protein: 2.03 g
Fats: 0.36 g
Carbs: 3.39 g
Water: 92.86 g
Other: 1.36 g
Contains more Fats +100%
Contains more Carbs +12.4%
Contains more Protein +78.1%
Contains more Other +72.2%
Equal in Water - 92.86

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chinese broccoli Purslane Opinion
Net carbs 1.31g 3.39g Purslane
Protein 1.14g 2.03g Purslane
Fats 0.72g 0.36g Chinese broccoli
Carbs 3.81g 3.39g Chinese broccoli
Calories 22kcal 20kcal Chinese broccoli
Sugar 0.84g Purslane
Fiber 2.5g Chinese broccoli
Calcium 100mg 65mg Chinese broccoli
Iron 0.56mg 1.99mg Purslane
Magnesium 18mg 68mg Purslane
Phosphorus 41mg 44mg Purslane
Potassium 261mg 494mg Purslane
Sodium 7mg 45mg Chinese broccoli
Zinc 0.39mg 0.17mg Chinese broccoli
Copper 0.061mg 0.113mg Purslane
Manganese 0.264mg 0.303mg Purslane
Selenium 1.3µg 0.9µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin A 1638IU 1320IU Chinese broccoli
Vitamin A RAE 82µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin E 0.48mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin C 28.2mg 21mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B1 0.095mg 0.047mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B2 0.146mg 0.112mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B3 0.437mg 0.48mg Purslane
Vitamin B5 0.159mg 0.036mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B6 0.07mg 0.073mg Purslane
Folate 99µg 12µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin K 84.8µg Chinese broccoli
Saturated Fat 0.11g Purslane
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
Chinese broccoli Purslane
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
19%
Purslane
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
Chinese broccoli
30%
Purslane

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Purslane
Purslane is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.84g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Purslane
Purslane is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.11g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Purslane
Purslane is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Purslane
Purslane is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 38mg)
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. Purslane - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169274/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.