Potato vs. Chinese broccoli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between potatoes and chinese broccoli
- Potatoes have more vitamin B6 and copper, while chinese broccoli has more vitamin K, vitamin A, folate, vitamin C, calcium, and vitamin B2.
- Chinese broccoli's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 69% higher.
- Chinese broccoli contains 4 times less vitamin B6 than potatoes. Potatoes contain 0.298mg of vitamin B6, while chinese broccoli contains 0.07mg.
- Chinese broccoli has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of chinese broccoli is 32, while the glycemic index of potatoes is 86.
The food types used in this comparison are Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw and Broccoli, chinese, cooked.
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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 | +27.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +62.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +44.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +80.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +39% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +733.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +32% |
| 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 B3Vitamin B3 | +142.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +85.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +325.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +43.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +17.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +356.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4140% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +560% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +109.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.05 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
17.49 g
Water:
79.25 g
Other:
1.12 g
Protein:
1.14 g
Fats:
0.72 g
Carbs:
3.81 g
Water:
93.54 g
Other:
0.79 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +79.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +359.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +41.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +700% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.042 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 | -77.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2400% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +685.7% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 2µg | 84.8µg | 69% |
| Folate | 15µg | 99µg | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.298mg | 0.07mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.032mg | 0.146mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 19.7mg | 28.2mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 100mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 82µg | 9% |
| Starch | 15.29g | 6% | |
| Carbs | 17.49g | 3.81g | 5% |
| Potassium | 425mg | 261mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.061mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.061mg | 0.437mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.295mg | 0.159mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.2mg | 0.264mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.48mg | 3% |
| Calories | 77kcal | 22kcal | 3% |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 0.56mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 57mg | 41mg | 2% |
| Choline | 12.1mg | 25.3mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.042g | 0.33g | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 1.3µg | 2% |
| Protein | 2.05g | 1.14g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 2.5g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.081mg | 0.095mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.3mg | 0.39mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 0.72g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.39g | 1.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.82g | 0.84g | N/A |
| Sodium | 6mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.025g | 0.11g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.002g | 0.05g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.098mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.103mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.035mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.26g | 0% |
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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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40%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.085g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinese broccoli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Chinese broccoli is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
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 richer in minerals?
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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.