Leek vs. Frog legs — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between leek and frog legs?
- Leek is richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and folate, yet frog legs are richer in selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and copper.
- Leek's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 39% higher.
- Frog legs have a lower glycemic index than leek.
We used Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw and Frog legs, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +40% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +227.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +58.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +108.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +733.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +320% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1310% |
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 | +453.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +94.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +46900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +326.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +733.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +584.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +993.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.3% |
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Fats
~0.3g
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Water
~81.9g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -47.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +62.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1225% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 47µg | 0.1µg | 39% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 16.4g | 30% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 14.1µg | 24% |
| Manganese | 0.481mg | 21% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.25mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.4µg | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 50mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 35mg | 147mg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.12mg | 0.25mg | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 0mg | 13% |
| Folate | 64µg | 15µg | 12% |
| Choline | 9.5mg | 65mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.233mg | 0.12mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 83µg | 15µg | 8% |
| Zinc | 0.12mg | 1mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 1.5mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0g | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.14mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 14.15g | 0g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 1.2mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 18mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 180mg | 285mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 58mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Calories | 61kcal | 73kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.92mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 8IU | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 12.35g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.9g | 0g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 0.076g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.004g | 0.053g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.166g | 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% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.014g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.02g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
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%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Leek is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 50mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Leek contains less Sodium (difference - 38mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Leek is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.036g)
Which food is cheaper?
Leek is cheaper (difference - $2.1)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Frog legs is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.9g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Frog legs is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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