Bran vs. Lemongrass — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Bran and Lemongrass?
- Bran is richer in Selenium, and Vitamin B1, yet Lemongrass is richer in Manganese, Iron, Copper, Potassium, Folate, Zinc, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B3.
- Lemongrass's daily need coverage for Manganese is 185% higher.
- Bran has 11 times more Selenium than Lemongrass. Bran has 7.7µg of Selenium, while Lemongrass has 0.7µg.
We used Oat bran, cooked and Lemon grass (citronella), 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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1000% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +550% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +685.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +828.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +303% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +320.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +441.9% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +146.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +334% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +297.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +664.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +220% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1150% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.21 g
Fats:
0.86 g
Carbs:
11.44 g
Water:
84 g
Other:
0.49 g
Protein:
1.82 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
25.31 g
Water:
70.58 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +76.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +75.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +121.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +267.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.163 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.291 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.339 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.119 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.054 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.17 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +438.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +99.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -27% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 40kcal | 99kcal |
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| Protein | 3.21g | 1.82g |
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| Fats | 0.86g | 0.49g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 8.84g | 25.31g |
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| Carbs | 11.44g | 25.31g |
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| Magnesium | 40mg | 60mg |
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| Calcium | 10mg | 65mg |
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| Potassium | 92mg | 723mg |
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| Iron | 0.88mg | 8.17mg |
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| Fiber | 2.6g |
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| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.266mg |
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| Zinc | 0.53mg | 2.23mg |
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| Phosphorus | 119mg | 101mg |
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| Sodium | 1mg | 6mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 6IU |
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| Manganese | 0.964mg | 5.224mg |
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| Selenium | 7.7µg | 0.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.065mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.034mg | 0.135mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.144mg | 1.101mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.217mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.025mg | 0.08mg |
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| Folate | 6µg | 75µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.163g | 0.119g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.291g | 0.054g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.339g | 0.17g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.057mg |
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| Threonine | 0.086mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.114mg |
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| Leucine | 0.235mg |
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| Lysine | 0.13mg |
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| Methionine | 0.057mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.155mg |
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| Valine | 0.165mg |
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| Histidine | 0.07mg |
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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
6%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
131%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lemongrass is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.044g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lemongrass is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lemongrass is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lemongrass is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bran contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Bran is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)