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Asparagus vs. Nutmeg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between asparagus and nutmeg?

  • Asparagus is richer in vitamin K, yet nutmeg is richer in manganese, copper, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin B1, calcium, and zinc.
  • Nutmeg's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 129% higher.
  • Asparagus contains less saturated fat.
  • Nutmeg has a lower glycemic index than asparagus.

We used Asparagus, raw and Spices, nutmeg, ground types in this comparison.

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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%
Nutmeg
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 131% 55% 31% 114% 342% 59% 91% 2.1% 378% 8.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -87.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +43.8%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +1207.1%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +666.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +73.3%
Contains more IronIron +42.1%
Contains more CopperCopper +443.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +298.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +309.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +1735.4%

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%
Nutmeg
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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 10% 1.7% 0% 0% 87% 13% 24% 0% 37% 0% 0% 57% 4.8%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +86.7%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +660%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +147.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +81.8%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +142%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +32.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +75.8%
Contains more FolateFolate +46.2%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

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
Nutmeg
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6% 36% 49% 6% 2%
Protein: 5.84 g
Fats: 36.31 g
Carbs: 49.29 g
Water: 6.23 g
Other: 2.33 g
Contains more WaterWater +1396.3%
Contains more ProteinProtein +165.5%
Contains more FatsFats +30158.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1170.4%
Contains more OtherOther +301.7%

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
Nutmeg
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88% 11%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 25.94 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.35 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +∞%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +600%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Asparagus Nutmeg DV% diff.
Manganese 0.158mg 2.9mg 119%
Saturated fat 0.04g 25.94g 118%
Copper 0.189mg 1.027mg 93%
Fiber 2.1g 20.8g 75%
Fats 0.12g 36.31g 56%
Magnesium 14mg 183mg 40%
Vitamin K 41.6µg 0µg 35%
Calories 20kcal 525kcal 25%
Phosphorus 52mg 213mg 23%
Vitamin B1 0.143mg 0.346mg 17%
Calcium 24mg 184mg 16%
Zinc 0.54mg 2.15mg 15%
Carbs 3.88g 49.29g 15%
Iron 2.14mg 3.04mg 11%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 3.22g 8%
Vitamin E 1.13mg 0mg 8%
Protein 2.2g 5.84g 7%
Vitamin B2 0.141mg 0.057mg 6%
Folate 52µg 76µg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.274mg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.091mg 0.16mg 5%
Vitamin A 38µg 5µg 4%
Potassium 202mg 350mg 4%
Vitamin C 5.6mg 3mg 3%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.05g 0.35g 2%
Vitamin B3 0.978mg 1.299mg 2%
Sodium 2mg 16mg 1%
Selenium 2.3µg 1.6µg 1%
Choline 16mg 8.8mg 1%
Fructose 1g 1%
Net carbs 1.78g 28.49g N/A
Sugar 1.88g 2.99g N/A
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 Nutmeg
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
18%
Nutmeg
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
25%
Asparagus
121%
Nutmeg

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Asparagus
Asparagus is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.11g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 25.9g)
Which food is cheaper?
Asparagus
Asparagus is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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. Nutmeg - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171326/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.