Chinese broccoli vs. Water chestnuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Chinese broccoli and Water chestnuts?
- Chinese broccoli is higher in Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Folate, Vitamin A, Calcium, and Iron, however, Water chestnuts are richer in Copper, Vitamin B6, Potassium, and Vitamin B5.
- Chinese broccoli's daily need coverage for Vitamin K is 70% more.
We used Broccoli, chinese, cooked and Waterchestnuts, chinese, (matai), raw types in this article.
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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 | +809.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +833.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +85.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +22.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +123.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +434.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +25.4% |
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 | +605% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +28166.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +518.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +47.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +37% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +128.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +201.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +368.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +43.1% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
1.4 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
23.94 g
Water:
73.46 g
Other:
1.1 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +620% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +528.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +39.2% |
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
0.026 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.043 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +2400% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +667.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -76.4% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 22kcal | 97kcal |
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| Protein | 1.14g | 1.4g |
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| Fats | 0.72g | 0.1g |
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| Vitamin C | 28.2mg | 4mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.31g | 20.94g |
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| Carbs | 3.81g | 23.94g |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 100mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 261mg | 584mg |
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| Iron | 0.56mg | 0.06mg |
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| Sugar | 0.84g | 4.8g |
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| Fiber | 2.5g | 3g |
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| Copper | 0.061mg | 0.326mg |
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| Zinc | 0.39mg | 0.5mg |
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| Phosphorus | 41mg | 63mg |
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| Sodium | 7mg | 14mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1638IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 82µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.48mg | 1.2mg |
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| Manganese | 0.264mg | 0.331mg |
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| Selenium | 1.3µg | 0.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.146mg | 0.2mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.437mg | 1mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.159mg | 0.479mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.328mg |
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| Vitamin K | 84.8µg | 0.3µg |
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| Folate | 99µg | 16µg |
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| Choline | 25.3mg | 36.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.11g | 0.026g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.05g | 0.002g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.33g | 0.043g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
46%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Water chestnuts is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.084g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Water chestnuts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Water chestnuts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinese broccoli is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.96g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
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 vitamins?
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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.