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Rosemary vs. Lemongrass — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between Rosemary and Lemongrass

  • Rosemary has more Calcium, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Vitamin A RAE, Vitamin B5, and Folate, however, Lemongrass is higher in Manganese, Iron, and Zinc.
  • Lemongrass covers your daily Manganese needs 185% more than Rosemary.
  • Lemongrass has less Saturated Fat.

Food varieties used in this article are Rosemary, fresh and Lemon grass (citronella), 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 Calcium +387.7%
Contains more Magnesium +51.7%
Contains more Copper +13.2%
Contains more Iron +22.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +53%
Contains less Sodium -76.9%
Contains more Zinc +139.8%
Contains more Manganese +444.2%
Equal in Potassium - 723
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 96% 250% 65% 29% 59% 4% 26% 101% 126% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 20% 307% 43% 44% 64% 1% 61% 89% 682% 4%
Contains more Calcium +387.7%
Contains more Magnesium +51.7%
Contains more Copper +13.2%
Contains more Iron +22.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +53%
Contains less Sodium -76.9%
Contains more Zinc +139.8%
Contains more Manganese +444.2%
Equal in Potassium - 723

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +48633.3%
Contains more Vitamin C +738.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +12.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +1508%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +320%
Contains more Folate +45.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +80.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +20.7%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 176% 0% 0% 73% 9% 36% 18% 49% 78% 82% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 0% 0% 9% 17% 32% 21% 3% 19% 57% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +48633.3%
Contains more Vitamin C +738.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +12.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +1508%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +320%
Contains more Folate +45.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +80.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +20.7%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +81.9%
Contains more Fats +1095.9%
Contains more Other +31.1%
Contains more Carbs +22.3%
Equal in Water - 70.58
3% 6% 21% 68% 2%
Protein: 3.31 g
Fats: 5.86 g
Carbs: 20.7 g
Water: 67.77 g
Other: 2.36 g
2% 25% 71% 2%
Protein: 1.82 g
Fats: 0.49 g
Carbs: 25.31 g
Water: 70.58 g
Other: 1.8 g
Contains more Protein +81.9%
Contains more Fats +1095.9%
Contains more Other +31.1%
Contains more Carbs +22.3%
Equal in Water - 70.58

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2048.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +430%
Contains less Saturated Fat -95.8%
58% 24% 18%
Saturated Fat: 2.838 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.16 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.901 g
35% 16% 50%
Saturated Fat: 0.119 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.054 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.17 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2048.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +430%
Contains less Saturated Fat -95.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Rosemary Lemongrass
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar Equal
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Rosemary Lemongrass Opinion
Net carbs 6.6g 25.31g Lemongrass
Protein 3.31g 1.82g Rosemary
Fats 5.86g 0.49g Rosemary
Carbs 20.7g 25.31g Lemongrass
Calories 131kcal 99kcal Rosemary
Fiber 14.1g Rosemary
Calcium 317mg 65mg Rosemary
Iron 6.65mg 8.17mg Lemongrass
Magnesium 91mg 60mg Rosemary
Phosphorus 66mg 101mg Lemongrass
Potassium 668mg 723mg Lemongrass
Sodium 26mg 6mg Lemongrass
Zinc 0.93mg 2.23mg Lemongrass
Copper 0.301mg 0.266mg Rosemary
Manganese 0.96mg 5.224mg Lemongrass
Selenium 0.7µg Lemongrass
Vitamin A 2924IU 6IU Rosemary
Vitamin A RAE 146µg 0µg Rosemary
Vitamin C 21.8mg 2.6mg Rosemary
Vitamin B1 0.036mg 0.065mg Lemongrass
Vitamin B2 0.152mg 0.135mg Rosemary
Vitamin B3 0.912mg 1.101mg Lemongrass
Vitamin B5 0.804mg 0.05mg Rosemary
Vitamin B6 0.336mg 0.08mg Rosemary
Folate 109µg 75µg Rosemary
Tryptophan 0.051mg Rosemary
Threonine 0.136mg Rosemary
Isoleucine 0.136mg Rosemary
Leucine 0.249mg Rosemary
Lysine 0.143mg Rosemary
Methionine 0.047mg Rosemary
Phenylalanine 0.169mg Rosemary
Valine 0.165mg Rosemary
Histidine 0.066mg Rosemary
Saturated Fat 2.838g 0.119g Lemongrass
Monounsaturated Fat 1.16g 0.054g Rosemary
Polyunsaturated fat 0.901g 0.17g Rosemary

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Rosemary Lemongrass
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
43%
Rosemary
13%
Lemongrass
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
75%
Rosemary
131%
Lemongrass

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in vitamins?
Rosemary
Rosemary is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lemongrass
Lemongrass contains less Sodium (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lemongrass
Lemongrass is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.719g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lemongrass
Lemongrass is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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 ($1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Rosemary - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173473/nutrients
  2. Lemongrass - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168573/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.