Leek vs. Merlot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are leek and merlot different?
- Leek is higher than merlot in iron, folate, manganese, vitamin B6, vitamin C, copper, fiber, and calcium.
- Leek covers your daily need for iron, 21% more than merlot.
- Leek has a higher glycemic index (32) than merlot (15).
Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw and Alcoholic Beverage, wine, table, red, Merlot 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +133.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +637.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +41.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +356.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +990.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +52.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +264.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +400% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +78.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +366.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +308.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +6300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2042.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +463.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +931.4% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 47µg | 39% | |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.46mg | 21% |
| Folate | 64µg | 1µg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.481mg | 0.132mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.233mg | 0.057mg | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 0mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.12mg | 0.011mg | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 83µg | 9% | |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0g | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.92mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.005mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 8mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 14.15g | 2.51g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 0.07g | 3% |
| Potassium | 180mg | 127mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 35mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Choline | 9.5mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 0.224mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.166g | 1% | |
| Calories | 61kcal | 83kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 12.35g | 2.51g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.9g | 0.62g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.12mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.004g | 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% |
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%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Merlot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Merlot is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.28g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Merlot contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Merlot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.04g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Merlot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Leek is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Leek is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Leek is relatively richer in vitamins