Leek vs. Drumstick tree — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between leek and drumstick tree?
- Leek is richer in iron, manganese, vitamin A, and vitamin B6, yet drumstick tree is richer in vitamin C, vitamin B5, potassium, and fiber.
- Drumstick tree's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 143% higher.
- Leek has 21 times more vitamin A than drumstick tree. Leek has 83µg of vitamin A, while drumstick tree has 4µg.
- Drumstick tree has a lower glycemic index than leek.
We used Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw and Drumstick pods, raw 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +96.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +483.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +85.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +42.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +60.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +156.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +275% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.9% |
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 | +1975% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +13.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +94.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +45.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1075% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +146.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +55% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +467.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
14.15 g
Water:
83 g
Other:
1.05 g
Protein:
2.1 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
8.53 g
Water:
88.2 g
Other:
0.97 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +50% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +65.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +40% |
~equal in
Water
~88.2g
~equal in
Other
~0.97g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.166 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.033 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.102 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.003 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5433.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -17.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2450% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 12mg | 141mg | 143% |
| Vitamin K | 47µg | 39% | |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.36mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.794mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.481mg | 0.259mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.233mg | 0.12mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 83µg | 4µg | 9% |
| Potassium | 180mg | 461mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 3.2g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.92mg | 6% | |
| Folate | 64µg | 44µg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.12mg | 0.084mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 45mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.074mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.12mg | 0.45mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 30mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 35mg | 50mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 14.15g | 8.53g | 2% |
| Choline | 9.5mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.166g | 0.003g | 1% |
| Calories | 61kcal | 37kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.053mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 0.62mg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 2.1g | 1% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 42mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.2g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 12.35g | 5.33g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.9g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 0.033g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.004g | 0.102g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.063mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.078mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.055mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.056mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.025mg | 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
27%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Leek contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drumstick tree is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.9g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drumstick tree is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.007g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drumstick tree is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Drumstick tree is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
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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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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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