Purslane vs. Amaranth leaves — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between purslane and amaranth leaves
- The amount of vitamin A, manganese, vitamin C, folate, calcium, vitamin B6, zinc, and copper in amaranth leaves is higher than in purslane.
- Amaranth leaves cover your daily vitamin A needs 32% more than purslane.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Purslane, raw and Amaranth leaves, 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 more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +230.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +23.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +43.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +429.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +13.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +192.1% |
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 | +74.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +106.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +41.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +37.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +77.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +163% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +608.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.03 g
Fats:
0.36 g
Carbs:
3.39 g
Water:
92.86 g
Other:
1.36 g
Protein:
2.46 g
Fats:
0.33 g
Carbs:
4.02 g
Water:
91.69 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +21.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +10.3% |
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Fats
~0.33g
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Water
~91.69g
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 | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 1140µg | 950% | |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 43.3mg | 25% |
| Manganese | 0.303mg | 0.885mg | 25% |
| Folate | 12µg | 85µg | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 146µg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 65mg | 215mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.073mg | 0.192mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.9mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.162mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.112mg | 0.158mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.99mg | 2.32mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 494mg | 611mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 68mg | 55mg | 3% |
| Choline | 12.8mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.027mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 44mg | 50mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.147g | 1% | |
| Protein | 2.03g | 2.46g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.48mg | 0.658mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 0.064mg | 1% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 23kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 0.36g | 0.33g | 0% |
| Carbs | 3.39g | 4.02g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.39g | 4.02g | N/A |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 0.9µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.091g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.076g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.099mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.119mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.127mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.036mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.137mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.052mg | 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
12%
247%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Purslane is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.091g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth leaves contains less Sodium (difference - 25mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth leaves is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Amaranth leaves 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 contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)