Leek vs. Truffle — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between leek and truffle
- Leek is richer in vitamin A and vitamin C, yet truffle is richer in fiber, selenium, manganese, vitamin B2, iron, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for fiber for truffle is 273% higher.
- Leek has a lower glycemic index than truffle.
Food types used in this article are Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw and Fungi, Cloud ears, dried.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -42.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +196.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +169.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +318.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +180% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +52.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1000% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +425.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +305.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4240% |
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 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +108% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +68.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2713.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1466.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +243.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +460.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +516.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +143.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +416% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +110.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 1.8g | 70.1g | 273% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 43.4µg | 77% |
| Manganese | 0.481mg | 1.951mg | 64% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.844mg | 63% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 5.88mg | 47% |
| Vitamin K | 47µg | 39% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 6.267mg | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 35mg | 184mg | 21% |
| Carbs | 14.15g | 73.01g | 20% |
| Potassium | 180mg | 754mg | 17% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 9.25g | 16% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 83mg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 0mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.12mg | 1.32mg | 11% |
| Calories | 61kcal | 284kcal | 11% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 159mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 83µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.233mg | 0.112mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.12mg | 0.183mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.481mg | 7% |
| Folate | 64µg | 38µg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.92mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.015mg | 4% |
| Choline | 9.5mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 20mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.73g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.166g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 12.35g | 2.91g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.9g | N/A | |
| 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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
107%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Truffle is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.9g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Truffle is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.04g)
Which food is cheaper?
Truffle is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Truffle is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Leek contains less Sodium (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Leek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Leek is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)