Sauerkraut vs. Zucchini — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Sauerkraut and Zucchini?
- Sauerkraut is richer in Iron, Fiber, and Vitamin K, while Zucchini is higher in Vitamin B2.
- Sauerkraut's daily need coverage for Sodium is 28% higher.
- Zucchini has 4 times less Iron than Sauerkraut. Sauerkraut has 1.47mg of Iron, while Zucchini has 0.37mg.
- Zucchini is lower in Sodium.
We used Sauerkraut, canned, solids and liquids and Squash, summer, zucchini, includes skin, raw types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +87.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +297.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +81.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +38.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +53.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +68.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +90% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +17.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +16.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +202.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +21.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1011.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +114.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +327.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +215.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +119.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +25.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.91 g
Fats:
0.14 g
Carbs:
4.28 g
Water:
92.52 g
Other:
2.15 g
Protein:
1.21 g
Fats:
0.32 g
Carbs:
3.11 g
Water:
94.79 g
Other:
0.57 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +37.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +277.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +33% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +128.6% |
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Water
~94.79g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.034 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.067 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.084 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.091 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -59.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +18.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +35.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.14 g
Fructose:
0.04 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.05 g
Glucose:
1.07 g
Fructose:
1.38 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +664.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +3350% |
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Starch
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 19kcal | 17kcal |
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| Protein | 0.91g | 1.21g |
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| Fats | 0.14g | 0.32g |
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| Vitamin C | 14.7mg | 17.9mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.38g | 2.11g |
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| Carbs | 4.28g | 3.11g |
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| Magnesium | 13mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 30mg | 16mg |
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| Potassium | 170mg | 261mg |
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| Iron | 1.47mg | 0.37mg |
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| Sugar | 1.78g | 2.5g |
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| Fiber | 2.9g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.053mg |
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| Zinc | 0.19mg | 0.32mg |
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| Phosphorus | 20mg | 38mg |
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| Sodium | 661mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin A | 18IU | 200IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 0.12mg |
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| Manganese | 0.151mg | 0.177mg |
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| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.021mg | 0.045mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.143mg | 0.451mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.093mg | 0.204mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.163mg |
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| Vitamin K | 13µg | 4.3µg |
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| Folate | 24µg | 24µg | |
| Choline | 10.4mg | 9.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.034g | 0.084g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.013g | 0.011g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.067g | 0.091g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.008mg | 0.01mg |
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| Threonine | 0.025mg | 0.029mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.021mg | 0.044mg |
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| Leucine | 0.029mg | 0.071mg |
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| Lysine | 0.031mg | 0.067mg |
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| Methionine | 0.009mg | 0.018mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.023mg | 0.043mg |
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| Valine | 0.03mg | 0.054mg |
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| Histidine | 0.016mg | 0.026mg |
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| Fructose | 0.04g | 1.38g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.061g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.03g |
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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
12%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
12%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Zucchini contains less Sodium (difference - 653mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Zucchini is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Zucchini is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Zucchini is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sauerkraut is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.72g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sauerkraut is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.05g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.