Pumpkin flowers vs. Brussels sprouts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pumpkin flowers and Brussels sprouts
- Pumpkin flowers are richer in vitamin A, yet Brussels sprouts are richer in vitamin C, iron, vitamin B1, potassium, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for Brussels sprouts is 63% higher.
- Pumpkin flowers contain 3 times more vitamin A than Brussels sprouts. Pumpkin flowers contain 1947IU of vitamin A, while Brussels sprouts contain 754IU.
Food types used in this article are Pumpkin flowers, raw and Brussels sprouts, raw.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -80% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +124.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +128.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +155.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +203.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +231% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.03 g
Fats:
0.07 g
Carbs:
3.28 g
Water:
95.15 g
Other:
0.47 g
Protein:
3.38 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
8.95 g
Water:
86 g
Other:
1.37 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +228.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +328.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +172.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +191.5% |
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Water
~86g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.036 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.009 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.004 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.062 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
153 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -41.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +155.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3824900% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.004g | 153g | 1020% |
| Vitamin K | 177µg | 148% | |
| Vitamin C | 28mg | 85mg | 63% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.219mg | 17% | |
| Manganese | 0.337mg | 15% | |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 15% | |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 1.4mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.07mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.042mg | 0.139mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 97µg | 38µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 173mg | 389mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.88mg | 6% | |
| Protein | 1.03g | 3.38g | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 4% | |
| Phosphorus | 49mg | 69mg | 3% |
| Choline | 19.1mg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 3.28g | 8.95g | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1.6µg | 2% |
| Folate | 59µg | 61µg | 1% |
| Calories | 15kcal | 43kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.075mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.93g | 1% | |
| Sodium | 5mg | 25mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.07g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.28g | 5.15g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 42mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.2g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.69mg | 0.745mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.036g | 0.062g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.009g | 0.023g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.12mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.152mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.154mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.098mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.155mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.076mg | 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
16%
73%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pumpkin flowers is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin flowers contains less Sodium (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pumpkin flowers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.026g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pumpkin flowers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Pumpkin flowers is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brussels sprouts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brussels sprouts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)