Chives vs. Taro leaves — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between chives and taro leaves?
- Chives are richer in vitamin K and vitamin C, yet taro leaves are richer in vitamin B2, manganese, copper, vitamin E, vitamin B1, potassium, iron, and vitamin B3.
- Chives' daily need coverage for vitamin K is 87% higher.
We used Chives, raw and Taro leaves, 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 ZincZinc | +36.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +118.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +91.4% |
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 | +11.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +285.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +95.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +10.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +861.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +167.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +296.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +133.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +146.2% |
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:
4.98 g
Fats:
0.74 g
Carbs:
6.7 g
Water:
85.66 g
Other:
1.92 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +54% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +92% |
~equal in
Fats
~0.74g
~equal in
Water
~85.66g
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
0.151 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.307 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +58.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~0.151g
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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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 212.7µg | 108.6µg | 87% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.115mg | 0.456mg | 26% |
| Manganese | 0.373mg | 0.714mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.157mg | 0.27mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 2.02mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.209mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 296mg | 648mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 2.25mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 58.1mg | 52mg | 7% |
| Folate | 105µg | 126µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.324mg | 0.084mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 3.7g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.647mg | 1.513mg | 5% |
| Protein | 3.27g | 4.98g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 218µg | 241µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 107mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.138mg | 0.146mg | 1% |
| Choline | 5.2mg | 12.8mg | 1% |
| Calories | 30kcal | 42kcal | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.41mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 42mg | 45mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 4.35g | 6.7g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.73g | 0.74g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.85g | 3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.85g | 3.01g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 58mg | 60mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 3mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 0.9µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.146g | 0.151g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.095g | 0.06g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.267g | 0.307g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.128mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.139mg | 0.26mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.195mg | 0.392mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.163mg | 0.246mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.036mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.105mg | 0.195mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.145mg | 0.256mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.057mg | 0.114mg | 0% |
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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
76%
69%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taro leaves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is cheaper?
Taro leaves is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taro leaves is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taro leaves is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chives is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.16g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chives is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.005g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (3 mg)