Longan vs. Currant — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between longan and currants?
- Longan is richer in vitamin C, vitamin B2, and copper, yet currants are richer in fiber, iron, and manganese.
- Longan's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 48% higher.
- Longan has 3 times more vitamin B2 than currants. Longan has 0.14mg of vitamin B2, while currants have 0.05mg.
- Currants have a lower glycemic index than longan.
We used Longans, raw and Currants, red, and white, 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 CopperCopper | +57.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +30% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3200% |
| Contains more IronIron | +669.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +360% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +109.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +257.7% |
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 | +104.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +29% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +100% |
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Protein
~1.4g
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Carbs
~13.8g
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Water
~83.95g
~equal in
Other
~0.65g
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 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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 84mg | 41mg | 48% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4.3g | 13% |
| Iron | 0.13mg | 1mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.05mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.169mg | 0.107mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.052mg | 0.186mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 5% | |
| Fructose | 3.53g | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1mg | 33mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 21mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Folate | 8µg | 2% | |
| Zinc | 0.05mg | 0.23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.064mg | 1% | |
| Choline | 7.6mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.3mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.088g | 1% | |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Calories | 60kcal | 56kcal | 0% |
| Protein | 1.31g | 1.4g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.2g | 0% |
| Carbs | 15.14g | 13.8g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 14.04g | 9.5g | N/A |
| Potassium | 266mg | 275mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 7.37g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 0mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.017g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.028g | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.034mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.046mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.013mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.012mg | 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
25%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
17%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Longan is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.37g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Longan contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Longan is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.017g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Currant is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is cheaper?
Currant is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Currant is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Currant is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)