Drumstick tree vs. Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between drumstick tree and cowpea (Black-eyed pea)
- Drumstick tree has more vitamin C and vitamin B5, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has more folate, iron, copper, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin B1, manganese, and zinc.
- Drumstick tree covers your daily need for vitamin C, 156% more than cowpea (Black-eyed pea).
- Drumstick tree contains 2 times more vitamin B5 than cowpea (Black-eyed pea). While drumstick tree contains 0.794mg of vitamin B5, cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains only 0.411mg.
- Drumstick tree has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of drumstick tree is 0, while the glycemic index of cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is 52.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Drumstick pods, raw and Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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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 | +25% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +65.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +17.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +597.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +219% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +186.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +212% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +83.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +257.1% |
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 | +35150% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +34.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +25.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +93.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +281.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +372.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.1 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
8.53 g
Water:
88.2 g
Other:
0.97 g
Protein:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +268.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +165% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +143.4% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.033 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.102 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.003 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +131.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +7400% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 141mg | 0.4mg | 156% |
| Folate | 44µg | 208µg | 41% |
| Iron | 0.36mg | 2.51mg | 27% |
| Copper | 0.084mg | 0.268mg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 50mg | 156mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.2g | 6.5g | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.053mg | 0.202mg | 12% |
| Protein | 2.1g | 7.73g | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.259mg | 0.475mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.45mg | 1.29mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.794mg | 0.411mg | 8% |
| Choline | 32.2mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 461mg | 278mg | 5% |
| Calories | 37kcal | 116kcal | 4% |
| Carbs | 8.53g | 20.76g | 4% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 2.5µg | 3% |
| Sodium | 42mg | 4mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 45mg | 53mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.1mg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0.53g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.003g | 0.225g | 1% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.074mg | 0.055mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.62mg | 0.495mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.33g | 14.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.3g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.033g | 0.138g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.102g | 0.044g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.294mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.451mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.368mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.24mg | 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
48%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drumstick tree is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drumstick tree is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.105g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drumstick tree is lower in glycemic index (difference - 52)
Which food is cheaper?
Drumstick tree is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 38mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in minerals
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.