Purslane vs. Garden rhubarb — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Purslane and Garden rhubarb
- Purslane is richer than Garden rhubarb in Iron, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Copper, Vitamin B2, and Potassium.
- Daily need coverage for Iron from Purslane is 22% higher.
- Purslane contains 6 times more Magnesium than Garden rhubarb. Purslane contains 68mg of Magnesium, while Garden rhubarb contains 12mg.
Food types used in this article are Purslane, raw and Rhubarb, 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 | +466.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +804.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +438.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +70% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +214.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +54.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +32.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +22.2% |
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 | +162.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1194.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +135% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +273.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +204.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +71.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +109.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +136.1% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
0.9 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
4.54 g
Water:
93.61 g
Other:
0.75 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +125.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +80% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +81.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +33.9% |
~equal in
Water
~93.61g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 20kcal | 21kcal |
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| Protein | 2.03g | 0.9g |
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| Fats | 0.36g | 0.2g |
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| Vitamin C | 21mg | 8mg |
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| Net carbs | 3.39g | 2.74g |
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| Carbs | 3.39g | 4.54g |
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| Magnesium | 68mg | 12mg |
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| Calcium | 65mg | 86mg |
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| Potassium | 494mg | 288mg |
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| Iron | 1.99mg | 0.22mg |
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| Sugar | 1.1g |
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| Fiber | 1.8g |
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| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.021mg |
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| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.1mg |
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| Phosphorus | 44mg | 14mg |
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| Sodium | 45mg | 4mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1320IU | 102IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 5µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.27mg |
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| Manganese | 0.303mg | 0.196mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 1.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.112mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.48mg | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 0.085mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.073mg | 0.024mg |
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| Vitamin K | 29.3µg |
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| Folate | 12µg | 7µg |
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| Choline | 12.8mg | 6.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.053g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.039g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.099g |
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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
18%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
12%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Purslane is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.1g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Purslane is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.053g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Purslane is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
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?
Garden rhubarb contains less Sodium (difference - 41mg)
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 ($)