Chives vs. Brussels sprouts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between chives and Brussels sprouts
- Chives are richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, folate, and copper, yet Brussels sprouts are richer in vitamin C, vitamin B6, fiber, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for Brussels sprouts is 30% higher.
- Chives contain 6 times more Vitamin A than Brussels sprouts. Chives contain 218µg of Vitamin A, while Brussels sprouts contain 38µg.
Food types used in this article are Chives, raw and Brussels sprouts, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +82.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +119% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +124.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +31.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +19% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +77.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +477.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +20.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +72.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +46.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +319% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +78.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +58.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +267.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.27 g
Fats:
0.73 g
Carbs:
4.35 g
Water:
90.65 g
Other:
1 g
Protein:
3.38 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
8.95 g
Water:
86 g
Other:
1.37 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +143.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +105.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +37% |
~equal in
Protein
~3.38g
~equal in
Water
~86g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.146 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.095 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.267 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.062 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
153 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +313% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -57.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +57203.4% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 30kcal | 43kcal |
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| Protein | 3.27g | 3.38g |
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| Fats | 0.73g | 0.3g |
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| Vitamin C | 58.1mg | 85mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.85g | 5.15g |
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| Carbs | 4.35g | 8.95g |
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| Magnesium | 42mg | 23mg |
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| Calcium | 92mg | 42mg |
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| Potassium | 296mg | 389mg |
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| Iron | 1.6mg | 1.4mg |
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| Sugar | 1.85g | 2.2g |
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| Fiber | 2.5g | 3.8g |
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| Copper | 0.157mg | 0.07mg |
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| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.42mg |
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| Phosphorus | 58mg | 69mg |
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| Sodium | 3mg | 25mg |
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| Vitamin A | 4353IU | 754IU |
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| Vitamin A | 218µg | 38µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0.88mg |
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| Manganese | 0.373mg | 0.337mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 1.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.139mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.115mg | 0.09mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.647mg | 0.745mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.324mg | 0.309mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.138mg | 0.219mg |
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| Vitamin K | 212.7µg | 177µg |
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| Folate | 105µg | 61µg |
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| Choline | 5.2mg | 19.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.146g | 0.062g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.095g | 0.023g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.267g | 153g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0.037mg | |
| Threonine | 0.128mg | 0.12mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.139mg | 0.132mg |
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| Leucine | 0.195mg | 0.152mg |
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| Lysine | 0.163mg | 0.154mg |
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| Methionine | 0.036mg | 0.032mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.105mg | 0.098mg |
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| Valine | 0.145mg | 0.155mg |
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| Histidine | 0.057mg | 0.076mg |
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| Fructose | 0.93g |
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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
91%
76%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chives is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.35g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chives contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chives is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Brussels sprouts is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.084g)
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 ($0.4)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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