Lambsquarters vs. Basil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are lambsquarters and basil different?
- Lambsquarters are richer in vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B2, calcium, vitamin B1, and fiber, while basil is higher in iron, manganese, copper, and folate.
- Lambsquarters cover your daily need for vitamin C, 69% more than basil.
- Lambsquarters contain 6 times more vitamin B2 than basil. Lambsquarters contain 0.44mg of vitamin B2, while basil contains 0.076mg.
Lambsquarters, raw and Basil, fresh 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 CalciumCalcium | +74.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +53.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +28.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +88.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +164.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +84.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +46.8% |
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 | +344.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +119.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +370.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +478.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +33% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +76.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +127.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +126.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.2 g
Fats:
0.8 g
Carbs:
7.3 g
Water:
84.3 g
Other:
3.4 g
Protein:
3.15 g
Fats:
0.64 g
Carbs:
2.65 g
Water:
92.06 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +33.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +25% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +175.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +126.7% |
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Water
~92.06g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.059 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.15 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.351 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.088 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.389 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +70.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -30.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +10.8% |
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 | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 414.8µg | 346% | |
| Vitamin C | 80mg | 18mg | 69% |
| Vitamin A | 580µg | 264µg | 35% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.44mg | 0.076mg | 28% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 3.17mg | 25% |
| Manganese | 0.782mg | 1.148mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 309mg | 177mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.034mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.293mg | 0.385mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 1.6g | 10% |
| Folate | 30µg | 68µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.274mg | 0.155mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 34mg | 64mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 452mg | 295mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 5% | |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 0.81mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.092mg | 0.209mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 72mg | 56mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 43mg | 4mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 7.3g | 2.65g | 2% |
| Protein | 4.2g | 3.15g | 2% |
| Choline | 11.4mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.2mg | 0.902mg | 2% |
| Calories | 43kcal | 23kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 0.3µg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.8g | 0.64g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.3g | 1.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.059g | 0.041g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.15g | 0.088g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.351g | 0.389g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.038mg | 0.039mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.163mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.253mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.35mg | 0.191mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.354mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.049mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.166mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.226mg | 0.127mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.116mg | 0.051mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.02g | 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
55%
104%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lambsquarters is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lambsquarters is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Lambsquarters is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Basil contains less Sodium (difference - 39mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Basil is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.018g)
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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