Lambsquarters vs. Vine spinach (basella) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Lambsquarters and Vine spinach (basella)
- Lambsquarters have more Vitamin B2, Copper, Calcium, Vitamin A, and Vitamin B1, while Vine spinach (basella) have more Folate, Vitamin C, and Magnesium.
- Vine spinach (basella)'s daily need coverage for Folate is 28% higher.
- Vine spinach (basella) contains 3 times less Vitamin B1 than Lambsquarters. Lambsquarters contain 0.16mg of Vitamin B1, while Vine spinach (basella) contains 0.05mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Lambsquarters, raw and Vinespinach, (basella), 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 | +183.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +173.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +91.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +45% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +220% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +183.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +73.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +27.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +366.7% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
1.8 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
3.4 g
Water:
93.1 g
Other:
1.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +133.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +166.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +114.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +142.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +10.4% |
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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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 43kcal | 19kcal |
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| Protein | 4.2g | 1.8g |
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| Fats | 0.8g | 0.3g |
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| Vitamin C | 80mg | 102mg |
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| Net carbs | 3.3g | 3.4g |
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| Carbs | 7.3g | 3.4g |
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| Magnesium | 34mg | 65mg |
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| Calcium | 309mg | 109mg |
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| Potassium | 452mg | 510mg |
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| Iron | 1.2mg | 1.2mg | |
| Fiber | 4g |
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| Copper | 0.293mg | 0.107mg |
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| Zinc | 0.44mg | 0.43mg |
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| Phosphorus | 72mg | 52mg |
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| Sodium | 43mg | 24mg |
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| Vitamin A | 11600IU | 8000IU |
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| Vitamin A | 580µg | 400µg |
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| Manganese | 0.782mg | 0.735mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 0.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.44mg | 0.155mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.2mg | 0.5mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.092mg | 0.053mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.274mg | 0.24mg |
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| Folate | 30µg | 140µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.059g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.15g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.351g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.038mg | 0.028mg |
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| Threonine | 0.163mg | 0.055mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.253mg | 0.053mg |
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| Leucine | 0.35mg | 0.101mg |
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| Lysine | 0.354mg | 0.086mg |
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| Methionine | 0.049mg | 0.019mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.166mg | 0.085mg |
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| Valine | 0.226mg | 0.065mg |
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| Histidine | 0.116mg | 0.039mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
94%
80%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vine spinach (basella) contains less Sodium (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Vine spinach (basella) is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.059g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lambsquarters is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lambsquarters is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)