Asparagus vs. Buttermilk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are asparagus and buttermilk different?
- Asparagus is higher in vitamin K, iron, copper, vitamin A, folate, vitamin B1, and fiber; however, buttermilk is richer in calcium and vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin K for asparagus is 35% higher.
- Asparagus has less sodium.
Asparagus, raw and Milk, buttermilk, fluid, cultured, lowfat 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +27.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4180% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1618.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7800% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +15% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +383.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +71.2% |
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 | +460% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +171.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2160% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +320.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1586.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +167.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +41500% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +940% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +10.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.2 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
3.88 g
Water:
93.22 g
Other:
0.58 g
Protein:
3.31 g
Fats:
0.88 g
Carbs:
4.79 g
Water:
90.13 g
Other:
0.89 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +50.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +633.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +53.4% |
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Water
~90.13g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.548 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.254 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.033 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +51.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 0.1µg | 35% |
| Iron | 2.14mg | 0.05mg | 26% |
| Copper | 0.189mg | 0.011mg | 20% |
| Folate | 52µg | 5µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.034mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.22µg | 9% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 116mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 190mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 0.05mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.002mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 0.058mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 89mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 1mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.034mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 14µg | 3% |
| Protein | 2.2g | 3.31g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 0.548g | 2% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 151mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.154mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.254g | 1% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 40kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.42mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 0.88g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1g | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.88g | 4.79g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.78g | 4.79g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 1IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.88g | 4.79g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Choline | 16mg | 17.7mg | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.033g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0.141mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.075mg | 0.171mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.128mg | 0.313mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.104mg | 0.277mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.075mg | 0.171mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.115mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0.1mg | 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
25%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
25%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Buttermilk is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Asparagus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Asparagus is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.91g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 188mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.508g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Asparagus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Asparagus is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Asparagus is relatively richer in vitamins