Russet potato vs. Chinese broccoli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between russet potatoes and chinese broccoli
- Russet potatoes are higher in vitamin B6, potassium, iron, and vitamin B3, yet chinese broccoli is higher in vitamin K, vitamin C, folate, vitamin A, calcium, and vitamin B2.
- Chinese broccoli covers your daily vitamin K needs 69% more than russet potatoes.
- Russet potatoes contain 5 times more vitamin B6 than chinese broccoli. While russet potatoes contain 0.354mg of vitamin B6, chinese broccoli contains only 0.07mg.
- The glycemic index of chinese broccoli is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Potatoes, Russet, flesh and skin, baked and Broccoli, chinese, cooked.
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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 | +66.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +110.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +91.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +75.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +73.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +455.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +160% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +208.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +139% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +405.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +239.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +8100% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +585.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +41.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +204.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4140% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +280.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +68.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.63 g
Fats:
0.13 g
Carbs:
21.44 g
Water:
74.45 g
Other:
1.35 g
Protein:
1.14 g
Fats:
0.72 g
Carbs:
3.81 g
Water:
93.54 g
Other:
0.79 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +130.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +462.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +70.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +453.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.003 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.054 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.11 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.05 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.33 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -70.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1566.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +511.1% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 2µg | 84.8µg | 69% |
| Vitamin C | 8.3mg | 28.2mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.354mg | 0.07mg | 22% |
| Folate | 26µg | 99µg | 18% |
| Potassium | 550mg | 261mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 82µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.048mg | 0.146mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 100mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.45g | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.07mg | 0.56mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 21.44g | 3.81g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.348mg | 0.437mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.107mg | 0.061mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 71mg | 41mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.159mg | 4% |
| Calories | 97kcal | 22kcal | 4% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 18mg | 3% |
| Protein | 2.63g | 1.14g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0.48mg | 3% |
| Choline | 15mg | 25.3mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.054g | 0.33g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.067mg | 0.095mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 0.264mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.5µg | 1.3µg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 2.5g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.13g | 0.72g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 19.14g | 1.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.08g | 0.84g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.35mg | 0.39mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.032g | 0.11g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.003g | 0.05g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.086mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.085mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.137mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.104mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0% |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Russet potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.078g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinese broccoli is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.24g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinese broccoli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese broccoli is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)
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.