Cinnamon vs. Lemongrass — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between cinnamon and lemongrass
- Cinnamon has more manganese, calcium, copper, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, and vitamin A; however, lemongrass is richer in folate, potassium, vitamin B2, and phosphorus.
- Cinnamon's daily need coverage for manganese is 532% more.
- Cinnamon contains 49 times more vitamin A than lemongrass. Cinnamon contains 295IU of vitamin A, while lemongrass contains 6IU.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Spices, cinnamon, ground and Lemon grass (citronella), 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 CalciumCalcium | +1441.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +27.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +234.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +342.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +67.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +21.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +57.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40% |
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 CVitamin C | +46.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +21% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +616% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +97.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +195.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +229.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1150% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.99 g
Fats:
1.24 g
Carbs:
80.59 g
Water:
10.58 g
Other:
3.6 g
Protein:
1.82 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
25.31 g
Water:
70.58 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +119.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +153.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +218.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +100% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +567.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.345 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.246 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.068 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.119 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.054 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.17 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +355.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +150% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 17.466mg | 5.224mg | 532% |
| Fiber | 53.1g | 212% | |
| Calcium | 1002mg | 65mg | 94% |
| Vitamin K | 31.2µg | 26% | |
| Carbs | 80.59g | 25.31g | 18% |
| Folate | 6µg | 75µg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.32mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 431mg | 723mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.339mg | 0.266mg | 8% |
| Calories | 247kcal | 99kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.041mg | 0.135mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.358mg | 0.05mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.158mg | 0.08mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 64mg | 101mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.022mg | 0.065mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.83mg | 2.23mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 3.1µg | 0.7µg | 4% |
| Protein | 3.99g | 1.82g | 4% |
| Choline | 11mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 15µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Iron | 8.32mg | 8.17mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 3.8mg | 2.6mg | 1% |
| Fats | 1.24g | 0.49g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.332mg | 1.101mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.068g | 0.17g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.345g | 0.119g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 27.49g | 25.31g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 60mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.17g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 10mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.246g | 0.054g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.136mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.146mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.243mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.078mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.146mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.224mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.011g | N/A |
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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
19%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
318%
131%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lemongrass is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.17g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lemongrass contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lemongrass is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.226g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lemongrass is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Lemongrass is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cinnamon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cinnamon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)