Leek vs. Egg noodles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between leek and egg noodles?
- Leek is richer in vitamin K, iron, vitamin B6, folate, vitamin C, vitamin A, and manganese, yet egg noodles is richer in selenium and phosphorus.
- Egg noodles's daily need coverage for selenium is 42% higher.
- Leek has a lower glycemic index than egg noodles.
We used Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw and Noodles, egg, unenriched, cooked, without added salt 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +391.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +373.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +250% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +22.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +52.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +441.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +117.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2290% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1283.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +441.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +406.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +814.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +87.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +170.5% |
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:
4.54 g
Fats:
2.07 g
Carbs:
25.16 g
Water:
67.73 g
Other:
0.5 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +110% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +202.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +590% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +77.8% |
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
0.419 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.581 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.552 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +14425% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +232.5% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 1µg | 23.9µg | 42% |
| Vitamin K | 47µg | 0µg | 39% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.6mg | 19% |
| Folate | 64µg | 7µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.233mg | 0.046mg | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 0mg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 29mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 83µg | 6µg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.481mg | 0.315mg | 7% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 4.54g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 35mg | 76mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.12mg | 0.65mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 12mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.92mg | 0.17mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.09µg | 4% |
| Calories | 61kcal | 138kcal | 4% |
| Carbs | 14.15g | 25.16g | 4% |
| Potassium | 180mg | 38mg | 4% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 2.07g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.166g | 0.552g | 3% |
| Choline | 9.5mg | 25.7mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.03mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.263mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 0.419g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.12mg | 0.098mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 1.2g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.004g | 0.581g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 5mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12.35g | 23.96g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.9g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0.043mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.063mg | 0.138mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.052mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.096mg | 0.365mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.078mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.018mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.055mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.056mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.025mg | 0.121mg | 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
27%
6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Leek is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Leek is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.379g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Leek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Leek is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Leek is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Egg noodles is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Egg noodles contains less Sodium (difference - 15mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Egg noodles is cheaper (difference - $0.4)