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Seed vs. Brussels sprout — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Seed and Brussels sprout

  • Seed is richer in Fiber, Phosphorus, Manganese, Selenium, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, and Vitamin B3, yet Brussels sprout is richer in Vitamin C.
  • Daily need coverage for Fiber from Seed is 122% higher.
  • Seed contains 35 times more Selenium than Brussels sprout. Seed contains 55.2µg of Selenium, while Brussels sprout contains 1.6µg.

Food types used in this article are Seeds, chia seeds, dried and Brussels sprouts, 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 +1402.4%
Contains more Iron +451.4%
Contains more Magnesium +1356.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +1146.4%
Contains less Sodium -36%
Contains more Zinc +990.5%
Contains more Copper +1220%
Contains more Manganese +708%
Contains more Selenium +3350%
Equal in Potassium - 389
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 190% 290% 240% 369% 36% 3% 125% 308% 356% 302%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 53% 17% 30% 35% 4% 12% 24% 44% 9%
Contains more Calcium +1402.4%
Contains more Iron +451.4%
Contains more Magnesium +1356.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +1146.4%
Contains less Sodium -36%
Contains more Zinc +990.5%
Contains more Copper +1220%
Contains more Manganese +708%
Contains more Selenium +3350%
Equal in Potassium - 389

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.
Seed
3
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Contains more Vitamin B1 +346%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +88.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1085.2%
Contains more Vitamin A +1296.3%
Contains more Vitamin E +76%
Contains more Vitamin C +5212.5%
Contains more Folate +24.5%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 4% 10% 0% 6% 155% 40% 166% 0% 0% 37% 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 46% 18% 0% 284% 35% 21% 14% 19% 51% 46% 0% 443%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +346%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +88.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1085.2%
Contains more Vitamin A +1296.3%
Contains more Vitamin E +76%
Contains more Vitamin C +5212.5%
Contains more Folate +24.5%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +389.3%
Contains more Fats +10146.7%
Contains more Carbs +370.6%
Contains more Other +250.4%
Contains more Water +1382.8%
17% 31% 42% 6% 5%
Protein: 16.54 g
Fats: 30.74 g
Carbs: 42.12 g
Water: 5.8 g
Other: 4.8 g
3% 9% 86%
Protein: 3.38 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 8.95 g
Water: 86 g
Other: 1.37 g
Contains more Protein +389.3%
Contains more Fats +10146.7%
Contains more Carbs +370.6%
Contains more Other +250.4%
Contains more Water +1382.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +9939.1%
Contains less Saturated Fat -98.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +546.5%
11% 8% 81%
Saturated Fat: 3.33 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 23.665 g
100%
Saturated Fat: 0.062 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 153 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +9939.1%
Contains less Saturated Fat -98.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +546.5%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Seed Brussels sprout Opinion
Net carbs 7.72g 5.15g Seed
Protein 16.54g 3.38g Seed
Fats 30.74g 0.3g Seed
Carbs 42.12g 8.95g Seed
Calories 486kcal 43kcal Seed
Fructose 0.93g Brussels sprout
Sugar 2.2g Seed
Fiber 34.4g 3.8g Seed
Calcium 631mg 42mg Seed
Iron 7.72mg 1.4mg Seed
Magnesium 335mg 23mg Seed
Phosphorus 860mg 69mg Seed
Potassium 407mg 389mg Seed
Sodium 16mg 25mg Seed
Zinc 4.58mg 0.42mg Seed
Copper 0.924mg 0.07mg Seed
Manganese 2.723mg 0.337mg Seed
Selenium 55.2µg 1.6µg Seed
Vitamin A 54IU 754IU Brussels sprout
Vitamin A RAE 38µg Brussels sprout
Vitamin E 0.5mg 0.88mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin C 1.6mg 85mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B1 0.62mg 0.139mg Seed
Vitamin B2 0.17mg 0.09mg Seed
Vitamin B3 8.83mg 0.745mg Seed
Vitamin B5 0.309mg Brussels sprout
Vitamin B6 0.219mg Brussels sprout
Folate 49µg 61µg Brussels sprout
Vitamin K 177µg Brussels sprout
Tryptophan 0.436mg 0.037mg Seed
Threonine 0.709mg 0.12mg Seed
Isoleucine 0.801mg 0.132mg Seed
Leucine 1.371mg 0.152mg Seed
Lysine 0.97mg 0.154mg Seed
Methionine 0.588mg 0.032mg Seed
Phenylalanine 1.016mg 0.098mg Seed
Valine 0.95mg 0.155mg Seed
Histidine 0.531mg 0.076mg Seed
Trans Fat 0.14g 0g Brussels sprout
Saturated Fat 3.33g 0.062g Brussels sprout
Monounsaturated Fat 2.309g 0.023g Seed
Polyunsaturated fat 23.665g 153g Brussels sprout
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.835g Seed
Omega-3 - ALA 17.83g Seed

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Seed Brussels sprout
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
35%
Seed
81%
Brussels sprout
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
221%
Seed
24%
Brussels sprout

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Seed
Seed is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Seed
Seed contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Seed
Seed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Seed
Seed is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Seed
Seed is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.268g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprout is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Seed - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170554/nutrients
  2. Brussels sprout - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170383/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.