Smoothie vs. Watercress — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are smoothie and watercress different?
- Smoothie is richer in vitamin B12, while watercress is higher in vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and calcium.
- Watercress covers your daily need for vitamin A, 56% more than smoothie.
- Watercress is lower in sugar.
- Smoothie has a higher glycemic index (44) than watercress (32).
Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Watercress, raw types were used in this article.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -29.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +192.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1275% |
| Contains more IronIron | +33.3% |
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 | +308% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +75.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +57.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.22 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
8.16 g
Water:
90.28 g
Other:
0.34 g
Protein:
2.3 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
1.29 g
Water:
95.11 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +532.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +88.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +252.9% |
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Water
~95.11g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 250µg | 208% | |
| Vitamin C | 24.5mg | 43mg | 21% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 18% | |
| Manganese | 0.244mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.24µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 9% | |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 9% | |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 24mg | 330mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 41mg | 120mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.816mg | 0.2mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.082mg | 0.129mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 8.16g | 1.29g | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Choline | 9mg | 2% | |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 2% | |
| Protein | 1.22g | 2.3g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.5g | 2% |
| Calories | 37kcal | 11kcal | 1% |
| Sodium | 29mg | 41mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.15mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 8.16g | 0.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.35g | 0.2g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.027g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.008g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.035g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.093mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.166mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.114mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.137mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.04mg | 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
11%
74%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Watercress is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.15g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Watercress is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Watercress is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Watercress is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Smoothie contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Smoothie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.027g)
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 ($)