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Smoothie vs. Chinese broccoli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Smoothie and Chinese broccoli?

  • Smoothie is richer in Vitamin B12, while Chinese broccoli is higher in Fiber, Potassium, Calcium, and Iron.
  • Chinese broccoli is lower in Sugar.

We used Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Broccoli, chinese, cooked 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 Calcium +143.9%
Contains more Iron +273.3%
Contains more Potassium +987.5%
Contains less Sodium -75.9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 6% 0% 0% 3% 4% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 30% 22% 13% 18% 24% 1% 11% 21% 35% 8%
Contains more Calcium +143.9%
Contains more Iron +273.3%
Contains more Potassium +987.5%
Contains less Sodium -75.9%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B3 +86.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +17.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +301.5%
Contains more Vitamin C +15.1%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 25% 0% 0% 82% 0% 0% 16% 0% 19% 0% 30% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 99% 10% 0% 94% 24% 34% 9% 10% 17% 75% 0% 212%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +86.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +17.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +301.5%
Contains more Vitamin C +15.1%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +114.2%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Other +132.4%
Equal in Protein - 1.14
Equal in Water - 93.54
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 g
4% 94%
Protein: 1.14 g
Fats: 0.72 g
Carbs: 3.81 g
Water: 93.54 g
Other: 0.79 g
Contains more Carbs +114.2%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Other +132.4%
Equal in Protein - 1.14
Equal in Water - 93.54

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Smoothie Chinese broccoli Opinion
Net carbs 8.16g 1.31g Smoothie
Protein 1.22g 1.14g Smoothie
Fats 0g 0.72g Chinese broccoli
Carbs 8.16g 3.81g Smoothie
Calories 37kcal 22kcal Smoothie
Sugar 7.35g 0.84g Chinese broccoli
Fiber 0g 2.5g Chinese broccoli
Calcium 41mg 100mg Chinese broccoli
Iron 0.15mg 0.56mg Chinese broccoli
Magnesium 18mg Chinese broccoli
Phosphorus 41mg Chinese broccoli
Potassium 24mg 261mg Chinese broccoli
Sodium 29mg 7mg Chinese broccoli
Zinc 0.39mg Chinese broccoli
Copper 0.061mg Chinese broccoli
Manganese 0.264mg Chinese broccoli
Selenium 1.3µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin A 408IU 1638IU Chinese broccoli
Vitamin A RAE 82µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin E 0.48mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin C 24.5mg 28.2mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B1 0.095mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B2 0.146mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B3 0.816mg 0.437mg Smoothie
Vitamin B5 0.159mg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B6 0.082mg 0.07mg Smoothie
Folate 99µg Chinese broccoli
Vitamin B12 0.24µg 0µg Smoothie
Vitamin K 84.8µg Chinese broccoli
Saturated Fat 0g 0.11g Smoothie
Monounsaturated Fat 0.05g Chinese broccoli
Polyunsaturated fat 0.33g Chinese broccoli

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Smoothie Chinese broccoli
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
14%
Smoothie
48%
Chinese broccoli
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
18%
Chinese broccoli

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.11g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.51g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese broccoli
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 ($)

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. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/nutrients
  2. Chinese broccoli - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169392/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.