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Chinese broccoli vs. Sweet potato leaves — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Chinese broccoli and Sweet potato leaves

  • Chinese broccoli is richer in Vitamin C, yet Sweet potato leaves are richer in Vitamin K, Vitamin B2, Magnesium, Vitamin A RAE, Fiber, Vitamin B6, Potassium, Phosphorus, and Iron.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin K from Sweet potato leaves is 181% higher.
  • Chinese broccoli contains 3 times more Vitamin C than Sweet potato leaves. Chinese broccoli contains 28.2mg of Vitamin C, while Sweet potato leaves contain 11mg.

Food types used in this article are Broccoli, chinese, cooked and Sweet potato leaves, 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 +28.2%
Contains more Selenium +44.4%
Contains more Iron +73.2%
Contains more Magnesium +288.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +97.6%
Contains more Potassium +94.6%
Contains less Sodium -14.3%
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 24% 37% 50% 35% 45% 1% 0% 0% 0% 5%
Contains more Calcium +28.2%
Contains more Selenium +44.4%
Contains more Iron +73.2%
Contains more Magnesium +288.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +97.6%
Contains more Potassium +94.6%
Contains less Sodium -14.3%

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 C +156.4%
Contains more Vitamin A +130.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +64.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +136.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +158.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +41.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +171.4%
Contains more Vitamin K +256.4%
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 227% 0% 0% 37% 39% 80% 22% 14% 44% 0% 0% 756%
Contains more Vitamin C +156.4%
Contains more Vitamin A +130.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +64.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +136.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +158.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +41.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +171.4%
Contains more Vitamin K +256.4%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +41.2%
Contains more Protein +118.4%
Contains more Carbs +131.5%
Contains more Other +73.4%
Equal in Water - 86.81
4% 94%
Protein: 1.14 g
Fats: 0.72 g
Carbs: 3.81 g
Water: 93.54 g
Other: 0.79 g
2% 9% 87%
Protein: 2.49 g
Fats: 0.51 g
Carbs: 8.82 g
Water: 86.81 g
Other: 1.37 g
Contains more Fats +41.2%
Contains more Protein +118.4%
Contains more Carbs +131.5%
Contains more Other +73.4%
Equal in Water - 86.81

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +150%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +44.7%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 0.111
22% 10% 67%
Saturated Fat: 0.11 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.05 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.33 g
31% 6% 64%
Saturated Fat: 0.111 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.228 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +150%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +44.7%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 0.111

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 Sweet potato leaves
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chinese broccoli Sweet potato leaves Opinion
Net carbs 1.31g 3.52g Sweet potato leaves
Protein 1.14g 2.49g Sweet potato leaves
Fats 0.72g 0.51g Chinese broccoli
Carbs 3.81g 8.82g Sweet potato leaves
Calories 22kcal 42kcal Sweet potato leaves
Sugar 0.84g Sweet potato leaves
Fiber 2.5g 5.3g Sweet potato leaves
Calcium 100mg 78mg Chinese broccoli
Iron 0.56mg 0.97mg Sweet potato leaves
Magnesium 18mg 70mg Sweet potato leaves
Phosphorus 41mg 81mg Sweet potato leaves
Potassium 261mg 508mg Sweet potato leaves
Sodium 7mg 6mg Sweet potato leaves
Zinc 0.39mg Chinese broccoli
Copper 0.061mg Chinese broccoli
Manganese 0.264mg Chinese broccoli
Selenium 1.3µg 0.9µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin A 1638IU 3778IU Sweet potato leaves
Vitamin A RAE 82µg 189µg Sweet potato leaves
Vitamin E 0.48mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin C 28.2mg 11mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B1 0.095mg 0.156mg Sweet potato leaves
Vitamin B2 0.146mg 0.345mg Sweet potato leaves
Vitamin B3 0.437mg 1.13mg Sweet potato leaves
Vitamin B5 0.159mg 0.225mg Sweet potato leaves
Vitamin B6 0.07mg 0.19mg Sweet potato leaves
Folate 99µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin K 84.8µg 302.2µg Sweet potato leaves
Tryptophan 0.035mg Sweet potato leaves
Lysine 0.228mg Sweet potato leaves
Methionine 0.086mg Sweet potato leaves
Saturated Fat 0.11g 0.111g Chinese broccoli
Monounsaturated Fat 0.05g 0.02g Chinese broccoli
Polyunsaturated fat 0.33g 0.228g Chinese broccoli

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Chinese broccoli Sweet potato leaves
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
101%
Sweet potato leaves
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
Chinese broccoli
20%
Sweet potato leaves

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sweet potato leaves
Sweet potato leaves is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.84g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet potato leaves
Sweet potato leaves contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sweet potato leaves
Sweet potato leaves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet potato leaves
Sweet potato leaves is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.001g)
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. Chinese broccoli - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169392/nutrients
  2. Sweet potato leaves - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169303/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.