Spinach vs. Fireweed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Spinach and Fireweed
- Spinach has more Vitamin A RAE, however, Fireweed is higher in Manganese, Fiber, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Zinc, Magnesium, and Copper.
- Fireweed covers your daily need of Manganese 251% more than Spinach.
- Spinach has 3 times more Vitamin A RAE than Fireweed. While Spinach has 524µg of Vitamin A RAE, Fireweed has only 180µg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Spinach, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt and Fireweed, leaves, 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 IronIron | +48.8% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +66.7% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +79.3% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +215.4% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +83.9% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +250% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +92.9% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -51.4% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +617% |
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 | +345.5% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +191.3% |
Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +187.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +72.3% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +30.4% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +853.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +835.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +161.2% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more WaterWater | +28.9% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +58.6% |
Contains more FatsFats | +957.7% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +412.5% |
Contains more OtherOther | +40.3% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lower in price | |||
Rich in vitamins | |||
Lower in Sugar | |||
Lower in Sodium | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | |||
Rich in minerals | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 23kcal | 103kcal | |
Protein | 2.97g | 4.71g | |
Fats | 0.26g | 2.75g | |
Vitamin C | 9.8mg | 2.2mg | |
Net carbs | 1.35g | 8.62g | |
Carbs | 3.75g | 19.22g | |
Magnesium | 87mg | 156mg | |
Calcium | 136mg | 429mg | |
Potassium | 466mg | 494mg | |
Iron | 3.57mg | 2.4mg | |
Sugar | 0.43g | ||
Fiber | 2.4g | 10.6g | |
Copper | 0.174mg | 0.32mg | |
Zinc | 0.76mg | 2.66mg | |
Phosphorus | 56mg | 108mg | |
Sodium | 70mg | 34mg | |
Vitamin A | 10481IU | 3598IU | |
Vitamin A RAE | 524µg | 180µg | |
Vitamin E | 2.08mg | ||
Manganese | 0.935mg | 6.704mg | |
Selenium | 1.5µg | 0.9µg | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.033mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.236mg | 0.137mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 0.49mg | 4.674mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.145mg | 1.356mg | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.242mg | 0.632mg | |
Vitamin K | 493.6µg | ||
Folate | 146µg | 112µg | |
Choline | 19.7mg | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.043g | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.006g | ||
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.109g | ||
Tryptophan | 0.04mg | ||
Threonine | 0.127mg | ||
Isoleucine | 0.152mg | ||
Leucine | 0.231mg | ||
Lysine | 0.182mg | ||
Methionine | 0.055mg | ||
Phenylalanine | 0.134mg | ||
Valine | 0.168mg | ||
Histidine | 0.066mg |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Low Fats 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
170%
51%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
148%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Spinach is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Spinach is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fireweed is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fireweed contains less Sodium (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fireweed is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.043g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fireweed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fireweed is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)