Chives vs. Drumstick leaves — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chives and drumstick leaves different?
- Chives are richer in folate, while drumstick leaves are higher in vitamin B6, vitamin A, vitamin B2, iron, manganese, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, calcium, and phosphorus.
- Drumstick leaves cover your daily need for vitamin B6, 82% more than chives.
- Chives contain 3 times more folate than drumstick leaves. Chives contain 105µg of folate, while drumstick leaves contain 40µg.
Chives, raw and Drumstick leaves, raw types were used 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 CopperCopper | +49.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +101.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +150% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +93.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +185% |
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 | +12.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +159.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +162.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +73.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +229.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +473.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +243.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +769.6% |
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:
9.4 g
Fats:
1.4 g
Carbs:
8.28 g
Water:
78.66 g
Other:
2.26 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +187.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +91.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +90.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +126% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 212.7µg | 177% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.138mg | 1.2mg | 82% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.115mg | 0.66mg | 42% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 4mg | 30% |
| Manganese | 0.373mg | 1.063mg | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 218µg | 378µg | 18% |
| Folate | 105µg | 40µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.257mg | 15% |
| Protein | 3.27g | 9.4g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.647mg | 2.22mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 185mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 58mg | 112mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 58.1mg | 51.7mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.157mg | 0.105mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.324mg | 0.125mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.267g | 2% | |
| Calories | 30kcal | 64kcal | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 2g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 4.35g | 8.28g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.73g | 1.4g | 1% |
| Choline | 5.2mg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.146g | 1% | |
| Potassium | 296mg | 337mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.85g | 6.28g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 42mg | 42mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.85g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 0.9µg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.095g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.128mg | 0.411mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.139mg | 0.451mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.195mg | 0.791mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.163mg | 0.537mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.036mg | 0.123mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.105mg | 0.487mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.145mg | 0.611mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.057mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
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
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67%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
51%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drumstick leaves is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.85g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drumstick leaves is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.146g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drumstick leaves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is cheaper?
Drumstick leaves is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Drumstick leaves is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chives contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.