Parsnip vs. Chinese broccoli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between parsnip and chinese broccoli?
- Parsnip is higher in manganese, fiber, vitamin B5, vitamin E, and copper; however, chinese broccoli is richer in vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, and vitamin B2.
- Chinese broccoli's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 52% more.
- Chinese broccoli contains 4 times less vitamin B5 than parsnip. Parsnip contains 0.6mg of vitamin B5, while chinese broccoli contains 0.159mg.
- Chinese broccoli has a lower glycemic index (32) than parsnip (97).
We used Parsnips, raw and Broccoli, chinese, cooked types 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 | +61.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +43.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +96.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +51.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +73.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +112.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +38.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +177.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30% |
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 EVitamin E | +210.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +60.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +277.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +65.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +192% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +276.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +47.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.2 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
17.99 g
Water:
79.53 g
Other:
0.98 g
Protein:
1.14 g
Fats:
0.72 g
Carbs:
3.81 g
Water:
93.54 g
Other:
0.79 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +372.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +24.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +140% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.6% |
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Protein
~1.14g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.05 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.112 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.047 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.11 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.05 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.33 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +124% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +602.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 22.5µg | 84.8µg | 52% |
| Manganese | 0.56mg | 0.264mg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 28.2mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4.9g | 2.5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 82µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.6mg | 0.159mg | 9% |
| Folate | 67µg | 99µg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.49mg | 0.48mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.146mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.12mg | 0.061mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 100mg | 6% |
| Choline | 25.3mg | 5% | |
| Carbs | 17.99g | 3.81g | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 71mg | 41mg | 4% |
| Calories | 75kcal | 22kcal | 3% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 18mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 375mg | 261mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.7mg | 0.437mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.07mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g | 0.33g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.39mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 1.3µg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.72g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.2g | 1.14g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.09g | 1.31g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.59mg | 0.56mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.8g | 0.84g | N/A |
| Sodium | 10mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.095mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05g | 0.11g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.112g | 0.05g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parsnip is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Parsnip is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.06g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinese broccoli is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.96g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinese broccoli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.