Napa cabbage vs. Chinese broccoli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are napa cabbage and chinese broccoli different?
- Chinese broccoli has more vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, calcium, and potassium than napa cabbage.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for chinese broccoli is 28% higher.
Cabbage, napa, cooked and Broccoli, chinese, cooked are the varieties 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 IronIron | +32.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +57.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +125% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +244.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +200% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +178.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +115.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +30% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +225% |
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 | +781.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +530.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +484% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +354.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +89.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +130.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.1 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
2.23 g
Water:
96.33 g
Other:
0.17 g
Protein:
1.14 g
Fats:
0.72 g
Carbs:
3.81 g
Water:
93.54 g
Other:
0.79 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +323.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +70.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +364.7% |
~equal in
Protein
~1.14g
~equal in
Water
~93.54g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 84.8µg | 71% | |
| Vitamin C | 3.2mg | 28.2mg | 28% |
| Folate | 43µg | 99µg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 10% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.146mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 13µg | 82µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0.095mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 100mg | 7% |
| Choline | 25.3mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 87mg | 261mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.061mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.203mg | 0.264mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.48mg | 3% | |
| Phosphorus | 19mg | 41mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.037mg | 0.07mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 1.3µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.14mg | 0.39mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.035mg | 0.159mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.74mg | 0.56mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.33g | 2% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.11g | 1% | |
| Calories | 12kcal | 22kcal | 1% |
| Carbs | 2.23g | 3.81g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.17g | 0.72g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.1g | 1.14g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.23g | 1.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.84g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 11mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.466mg | 0.437mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
6%
40%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
12%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Napa cabbage is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.84g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Napa cabbage is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.11g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chinese broccoli is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese broccoli is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (32)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)