Corn grain vs. Fireweed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are corn grain and fireweed different?
- Corn grain is higher in vitamin B1, selenium, and phosphorus; however, fireweed is richer in manganese, vitamin A, calcium, folate, vitamin B5, fiber, and magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for fireweed is 270% higher.
- Corn grain contains 17 times more selenium than fireweed. While corn grain contains 15.5µg of selenium, fireweed contains only 0.9µg.
Corn grain, yellow and Fireweed, leaves, raw are the varieties 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 IronIron | +12.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +94.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1622.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +22.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +6028.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +20.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1282.3% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1066.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +46.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1536.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +28.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +219.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +489.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.42 g
Fats:
4.74 g
Carbs:
74.26 g
Water:
10.37 g
Other:
1.21 g
Protein:
4.71 g
Fats:
2.75 g
Carbs:
19.22 g
Water:
70.78 g
Other:
2.54 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +100% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +72.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +286.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +582.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +109.9% |
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 | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.485mg | 6.704mg | 270% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 429mg | 42% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.385mg | 0.033mg | 29% |
| Selenium | 15.5µg | 0.9µg | 27% |
| Folate | 19µg | 112µg | 23% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.424mg | 1.356mg | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 180µg | 19% |
| Carbs | 74.26g | 19.22g | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 210mg | 108mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.163g | 14% | |
| Calories | 365kcal | 103kcal | 13% |
| Fiber | 7.3g | 10.6g | 13% |
| Protein | 9.42g | 4.71g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.627mg | 4.674mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 127mg | 156mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 287mg | 494mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.201mg | 0.137mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.71mg | 2.4mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 2.21mg | 2.66mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 3% | |
| Fats | 4.74g | 2.75g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.667g | 3% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.251g | 3% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.2mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.622mg | 0.632mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.314mg | 0.32mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 66.96g | 8.62g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.64g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 35mg | 34mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.354mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.337mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.155mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.463mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.477mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.287mg | 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
31%
39%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
148%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fireweed is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fireweed contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fireweed is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.667g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fireweed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 52)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn grain is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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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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.