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Asparagus vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between asparagus and broth

  • Asparagus is higher in vitamin K, copper, and vitamin A; however, broth is richer in selenium, vitamin B2, choline, calcium, and phosphorus.
  • Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1038% higher.
  • Asparagus has less saturated fat.
  • Asparagus has a lower glycemic index (32) than broth (45).

The food types used in this comparison are Asparagus, raw and Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 10% 7.2% 18% 80% 63% 15% 22% 0.26% 21% 13%
Broth
5
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Contains more IronIron +107.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +500%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +300%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +679.2%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +53%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +219.2%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +1117.4%
~equal in Manganese ~0.15mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 19% 13% 23% 0% 36% 33% 18% 16% 21% 0% 104% 39% 8.7%
Broth
5
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +409.1%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +145.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +43%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +62.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +205%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +151.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +119%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +616.3%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B6 ~0.1mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 4% 93%
Protein: 2.2 g
Fats: 0.12 g
Carbs: 3.88 g
Water: 93.22 g
Other: 0.58 g
Broth
4
17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
Contains more WaterWater +4006.6%
Contains more ProteinProtein +657.3%
Contains more FatsFats +11466.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +364.2%
Contains more OtherOther +8379.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
44% 56%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.05 g
Broth
2
26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -98.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +∞%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +8860%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Asparagus Broth
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Asparagus Broth DV% diff.
Sodium 2mg 23875mg 1038%
Selenium 2.3µg 28µg 47%
Vitamin K 41.6µg 0µg 35%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.05g 4.48g 30%
Protein 2.2g 16.66g 29%
Vitamin B2 0.141mg 0.43mg 22%
Copper 0.189mg 0mg 21%
Fats 0.12g 13.88g 21%
Choline 16mg 114.6mg 18%
Phosphorus 52mg 166mg 16%
Calcium 24mg 187mg 16%
Saturated fat 0.04g 3.43g 15%
Iron 2.14mg 1.03mg 14%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 5.36g 13%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.3µg 13%
Calories 20kcal 267kcal 12%
Magnesium 14mg 56mg 10%
Vitamin B3 0.978mg 2.46mg 9%
Fiber 2.1g 0g 8%
Vitamin B5 0.274mg 0.6mg 7%
Folate 52µg 32µg 5%
Carbs 3.88g 18.01g 5%
Vitamin C 5.6mg 1.1mg 5%
Vitamin B1 0.143mg 0.1mg 4%
Vitamin E 1.13mg 0.46mg 4%
Vitamin A 38µg 0µg 4%
Zinc 0.54mg 0.09mg 4%
Cholesterol 0mg 13mg 4%
Potassium 202mg 309mg 3%
Fructose 1g 1%
Vitamin B6 0.091mg 0.1mg 1%
Net carbs 1.78g 18.01g N/A
Sugar 1.88g 17.36g N/A
Manganese 0.158mg 0.15mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.027mg 0%
Threonine 0.084mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.075mg 0%
Leucine 0.128mg 0%
Lysine 0.104mg 0%
Methionine 0.031mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.075mg 0%
Valine 0.115mg 0%
Histidine 0.049mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Asparagus Broth
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
25%
Asparagus
28%
Broth
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
25%
Asparagus
352%
Broth

Comparison summary

Which food is cheaper?
Broth
Broth is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Asparagus
Asparagus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Asparagus
Asparagus is lower in Sugar (difference - 15.48g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 23873mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.39g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Asparagus
Asparagus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Asparagus - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168389/nutrients
  2. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.