Falafel vs. Lemongrass — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between falafel and lemongrass
- Falafel has more phosphorus, vitamin B1, and magnesium; however, lemongrass is richer in manganese, iron, and zinc.
- Lemongrass covers your daily manganese needs 197% more than falafel.
- Lemongrass has 49 times less sodium than falafel. Falafel has 294mg of sodium, while lemongrass has 6mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Falafel, home-prepared and Lemon grass (citronella), raw.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +36.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +90.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +42.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +20.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +23.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +138.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +48.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +656% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +124.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +23% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +484% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +56.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +24% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +62.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.31 g
Fats:
17.8 g
Carbs:
31.84 g
Water:
34.62 g
Other:
2.43 g
Protein:
1.82 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
25.31 g
Water:
70.58 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +631.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3532.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +103.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.383 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.16 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.119 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.054 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.17 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +18735.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2347.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.691mg | 5.224mg | 197% |
| Iron | 3.42mg | 8.17mg | 59% |
| Fats | 17.8g | 0.49g | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.16g | 0.17g | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.171g | 0.054g | 25% |
| Protein | 13.31g | 1.82g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 192mg | 101mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 294mg | 6mg | 13% |
| Calories | 333kcal | 99kcal | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.383g | 0.119g | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.146mg | 0.065mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.5mg | 2.23mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 82mg | 60mg | 5% |
| Folate | 93µg | 75µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.292mg | 0.05mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 585mg | 723mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.125mg | 0.08mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 31.84g | 25.31g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.166mg | 0.135mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 65mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.258mg | 0.266mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 2.6mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 31.84g | 25.31g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.044mg | 1.101mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.492mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.567mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.944mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.856mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.707mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.562mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.364mg | 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
17%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
131%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lemongrass contains less Sodium (difference - 288mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lemongrass is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.264g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lemongrass is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
Lemongrass is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Falafel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.