Purslane vs. Flaxseed oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between purslane and flaxseed oil
- Purslane is richer than flaxseed oil in iron, potassium, magnesium, manganese, calcium, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for iron for purslane is 21% higher.
- Purslane contains 16 times more potassium than flaxseed oil. Purslane contains 494mg of potassium, while flaxseed oil contains 31mg.
Food types used in this article are Purslane, raw and Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed.
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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 | +353.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +622.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1493.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +485.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +68.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +114.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +82.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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:
0.37 g
Fats:
99.01 g
Carbs:
0.39 g
Water:
0.16 g
Other:
0.07 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +448.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +769.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +57937.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1842.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27402.8% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 64.876g | 433% | |
| Fats | 0.36g | 99.01g | 152% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 20.634g | 52% | |
| Calories | 20kcal | 878kcal | 43% |
| Saturated fat | 9.047g | 41% | |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 1.99mg | 0.34mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 494mg | 31mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 68mg | 15mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.112mg | 9% | |
| Manganese | 0.303mg | 0.141mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 9mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.073mg | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.067mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.71mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 4% | |
| Protein | 2.03g | 0.37g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.3µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.48mg | 3% | |
| Folate | 12µg | 3% | |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 2% | |
| Choline | 12.8mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 44mg | 27mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.31mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.39g | 0.39g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.39g | 0.39g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.184g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 48.93g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.077g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.026g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 15.679g | N/A |
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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Purslane is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.047g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Purslane is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Purslane is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Purslane is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flaxseed oil contains less Sodium (difference - 39mg)
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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)