Elderberry vs. Plum — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between elderberries and plums?
- The amount of vitamin C, fiber, iron, and vitamin B6 in elderberries is higher than in plums.
- Elderberries' daily need coverage for vitamin C is 29% more.
- Plums contain 9 times less iron than elderberries. Elderberries contain 1.6mg of iron, while plums contain 0.17mg.
We used Elderberries, raw and Plums, raw types 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 CalciumCalcium | +533.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +78.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +841.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +143.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +40% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 | +278.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +76.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +130.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +19.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +693.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.66 g
Fats:
0.5 g
Carbs:
18.4 g
Water:
79.8 g
Other:
0.64 g
Protein:
0.7 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
11.42 g
Water:
87.23 g
Other:
0.37 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +78.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +61.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +73% |
~equal in
Protein
~0.7g
~equal in
Water
~87.23g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.023 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.08 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.247 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.017 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.044 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +461.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -26.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +67.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 36mg | 9.5mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 7g | 1.4g | 22% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 0.17mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.029mg | 15% |
| Vitamin K | 6.4µg | 5% | |
| Fructose | 3.07g | 4% | |
| Potassium | 280mg | 157mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.028mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 6mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.026mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 39mg | 16mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 18.4g | 11.42g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.052mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.247g | 0.044g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.5mg | 0.417mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Calories | 73kcal | 46kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 30µg | 17µg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.66g | 0.7g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.5g | 0.28g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 11.4g | 10.02g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 5mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 9.92g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.061mg | 0.057mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.11mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.135mg | 0% |
| Folate | 6µg | 5µg | 0% |
| Choline | 1.9mg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.023g | 0.017g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.08g | 0.134g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.013mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.027mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.027mg | 0.014mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.06mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0.016mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.014mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.04mg | 0.014mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.033mg | 0.016mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.015mg | 0.009mg | 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
18%
8%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Plum contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Plum is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.006g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Elderberry is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.92g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Elderberry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 53)
Which food is cheaper?
Elderberry is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Elderberry is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Elderberry is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)