Asparagus vs. Gooseberry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are asparagus and gooseberries different?
- Asparagus is richer in iron, copper, folate, vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, and vitamin E, while gooseberries are higher in vitamin C and fiber.
- Gooseberries cover your daily need for vitamin C, 25% more than asparagus.
- Asparagus contains 9 times more folate than gooseberries. Asparagus contains 52µg of folate, while gooseberries contain 6µg.
- Asparagus has a higher glycemic index (32) than gooseberries (15).
Asparagus, raw and Gooseberries, raw types were 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 | +40% |
| Contains more IronIron | +590.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +170% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +350% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +92.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +283.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
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 | +153.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +205.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +257.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +370% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +226% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +13.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +766.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +394.6% |
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:
0.88 g
Fats:
0.58 g
Carbs:
10.18 g
Water:
87.87 g
Other:
0.49 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +150% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +383.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +162.4% |
~equal in
Water
~87.87g
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
0.038 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.051 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.317 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +534% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~0.038g
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 | 35% | |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 27.7mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2.14mg | 0.31mg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.189mg | 0.07mg | 13% |
| Folate | 52µg | 6µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.03mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 4.3g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.04mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 0.37mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 0.3mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.12mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 27mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 0.6µg | 3% |
| Choline | 16mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 15µg | 3% |
| Protein | 2.2g | 0.88g | 3% |
| Carbs | 3.88g | 10.18g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.317g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 44kcal | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.144mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 10mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 0.58g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 1.78g | 5.88g | N/A |
| Calcium | 24mg | 25mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 198mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.88g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 0.286mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 0.038g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.051g | 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% |
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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%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
25%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gooseberry is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gooseberry contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Gooseberry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.002g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gooseberry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Gooseberry is cheaper (difference - $3.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Asparagus is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Asparagus is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)