Asparagus vs. Chili pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between asparagus and chili pepper
- Asparagus has more vitamin K, iron, folate, copper, and vitamin B1; however, chili pepper is richer in vitamin C and vitamin B6.
- Chili pepper covers your daily vitamin C needs 153% more than asparagus.
- Chili pepper has 3 times less Vitamin K than asparagus. Asparagus has 41.6µg of Vitamin K, while chili pepper has 14µg.
- Chili pepper has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of chili pepper is 45, while the glycemic index of asparagus is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Asparagus, raw and Peppers, hot chili, red, 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 CalciumCalcium | +71.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +107.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +46.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +107.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +20.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +360% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +64.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +59.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +18.4% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +63.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +98.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +64% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +36.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +197.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +126.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +46.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2466.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +25.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +27.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +456% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
1.87 g
Fats:
0.44 g
Carbs:
8.81 g
Water:
88.02 g
Other:
0.86 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +17.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +266.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +127.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +48.3% |
~equal in
Water
~88.02g
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
0.042 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.024 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.239 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +378% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~0.042g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 20kcal | 40kcal |
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| Protein | 2.2g | 1.87g |
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| Fats | 0.12g | 0.44g |
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| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 143.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.78g | 7.31g |
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| Carbs | 3.88g | 8.81g |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 23mg |
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| Calcium | 24mg | 14mg |
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| Potassium | 202mg | 322mg |
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| Iron | 2.14mg | 1.03mg |
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| Sugar | 1.88g | 5.3g |
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| Fiber | 2.1g | 1.5g |
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| Copper | 0.189mg | 0.129mg |
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| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.26mg |
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| Phosphorus | 52mg | 43mg |
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| Sodium | 2mg | 9mg |
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| Vitamin A | 756IU | 952IU |
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| Vitamin A | 38µg | 48µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.187mg |
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| Selenium | 2.3µg | 0.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.072mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.086mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 1.244mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 0.201mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.506mg |
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| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 14µg |
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| Folate | 52µg | 23µg |
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| Choline | 16mg | 10.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.04g | 0.042g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0g | 0.024g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.239g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.026mg |
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| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0.074mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.075mg | 0.065mg |
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| Leucine | 0.128mg | 0.105mg |
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| Lysine | 0.104mg | 0.089mg |
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| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0.024mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.075mg | 0.062mg |
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| Valine | 0.115mg | 0.084mg |
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| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0.041mg |
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| Fructose | 1g |
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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
28%
61%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
25%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Chili pepper is cheaper (difference - $3.6)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Asparagus is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.002g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Asparagus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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