Red leaf lettuce vs. Artichoke — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between red leaf lettuce and artichoke
- Red leaf lettuce is richer in vitamin A and vitamin K, yet artichoke is richer in copper, fiber, magnesium, vitamin C, phosphorus, folate, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin A for red leaf lettuce is 150% higher.
- Red leaf lettuce contains 9 times more vitamin K than artichoke. Red leaf lettuce contains 140.3µg of vitamin K, while artichoke contains 14.8µg.
Food types used in this article are Lettuce, red leaf, raw and Artichokes, (globe or french), 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 | -73.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +650% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +400% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +97.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +725% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +145% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +221.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +26.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +37400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +848% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +216.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +26.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +12.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +225.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +134.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +88.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +191.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.33 g
Fats:
0.22 g
Carbs:
2.26 g
Water:
95.64 g
Other:
0.55 g
Protein:
3.27 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
10.51 g
Water:
84.94 g
Other:
1.13 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +46.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +145.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +365% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +105.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.017 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.072 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.036 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.064 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -52.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12.5% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~0.005g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 140.3µg | 14.8µg | 105% |
| Vitamin A | 375µg | 1µg | 42% |
| Copper | 0.028mg | 0.231mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 0.9g | 5.4g | 18% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 60mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 28mg | 90mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 3.7mg | 11.7mg | 9% |
| Folate | 36µg | 68µg | 8% |
| Potassium | 187mg | 370mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.321mg | 1.046mg | 5% |
| Protein | 1.33g | 3.27g | 4% |
| Choline | 11.8mg | 34.4mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.144mg | 0.338mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 2.26g | 10.51g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 0.49mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 25mg | 94mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.203mg | 0.256mg | 2% |
| Calories | 16kcal | 47kcal | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.5µg | 0.2µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.116mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.064mg | 0.072mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.077mg | 0.066mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 1.28mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 44mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.22g | 0.15g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.36g | 5.11g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.48g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.017g | 0.036g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0.005g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.072g | 0.064g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.038mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.045mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.28g | 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
46%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
31%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Red leaf lettuce is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.51g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Red leaf lettuce contains less Sodium (difference - 69mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Red leaf lettuce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.019g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Red leaf lettuce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Red leaf lettuce is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Artichoke is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Artichoke is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)