Rice noodles vs. Leek — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between rice noodles and leek
- Rice noodles have more selenium; however, leek is richer in vitamin K, iron, vitamin B6, manganese, folate, vitamin C, vitamin A, copper, and magnesium.
- Leek covers your daily vitamin K needs 39% more than rice noodles.
- Leek has 5 times less selenium than rice noodles. Rice noodles have 4.5µg of selenium, while leek has 1µg.
- Rice noodles have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of rice noodles is 61, while the glycemic index of leek is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Rice noodles, cooked and Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), 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 ZincZinc | +108.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +350% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +833.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1375% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +4400% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1400% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +215.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +75% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +321.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2966.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +455.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1172.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +3783.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +6300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +493.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.79 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
24.01 g
Water:
73.82 g
Other:
0.18 g
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
14.15 g
Water:
83 g
Other:
1.05 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +69.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +50% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +483.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.023 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.026 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.023 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -42.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +550% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +621.7% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 47µg | 39% |
| Iron | 0.14mg | 2.1mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.006mg | 0.233mg | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.114mg | 0.481mg | 16% |
| Folate | 1µg | 64µg | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 12mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.038mg | 0.12mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 83µg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 28mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 59mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 4.5µg | 1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.03mg | 0.92mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 4mg | 180mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.018mg | 0.06mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 24.01g | 14.15g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 1.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.011mg | 0.14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.072mg | 0.4mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.004mg | 0.03mg | 2% |
| Calories | 108kcal | 61kcal | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 35mg | 2% |
| Protein | 1.79g | 1.5g | 1% |
| Choline | 1.6mg | 9.5mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.023g | 0.166g | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.25mg | 0.12mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 23.01g | 12.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.03g | 3.9g | N/A |
| Sodium | 19mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.023g | 0.04g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.026g | 0.004g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.022mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.063mg | 0.063mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.073mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.147mg | 0.096mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.062mg | 0.078mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.043mg | 0.018mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.095mg | 0.055mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.104mg | 0.056mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.045mg | 0.025mg | 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
1%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rice noodles is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.87g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rice noodles contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Rice noodles is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.017g)
Which food is cheaper?
Rice noodles is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Leek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Leek is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Leek is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)