Taro leaves vs. Chives — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Taro leaves and Chives?
- Taro leaves are richer in Vitamin B2, Manganese, Copper, Vitamin E, Vitamin B1, Potassium, Iron, and Vitamin B3, yet Chives are richer in Vitamin K, and Vitamin C.
- Chives' daily need coverage for Vitamin K is 87% higher.
- Taro leaves have 10 times more Vitamin E than Chives. Taro leaves have 2.02mg of Vitamin E, while Chives have 0.21mg.
We used Taro leaves, raw and Chives, raw 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 CalciumCalcium | +16.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +118.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +91.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +36.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +861.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +167.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +296.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +133.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +146.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +11.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +285.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +95.9% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.98 g
Fats:
0.74 g
Carbs:
6.7 g
Water:
85.66 g
Other:
1.92 g
Protein:
3.27 g
Fats:
0.73 g
Carbs:
4.35 g
Water:
90.65 g
Other:
1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +54% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +92% |
~equal in
Fats
~0.73g
~equal in
Water
~90.65g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.151 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.307 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.146 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.095 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.267 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +58.3% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~0.146g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 42kcal | 30kcal |
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| Protein | 4.98g | 3.27g |
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| Fats | 0.74g | 0.73g |
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| Vitamin C | 52mg | 58.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 3g | 1.85g |
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| Carbs | 6.7g | 4.35g |
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| Magnesium | 45mg | 42mg |
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| Calcium | 107mg | 92mg |
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| Potassium | 648mg | 296mg |
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| Iron | 2.25mg | 1.6mg |
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| Sugar | 3.01g | 1.85g |
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| Fiber | 3.7g | 2.5g |
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| Copper | 0.27mg | 0.157mg |
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| Zinc | 0.41mg | 0.56mg |
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| Phosphorus | 60mg | 58mg |
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| Sodium | 3mg | 3mg | |
| Vitamin A | 4825IU | 4353IU |
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| Vitamin A | 241µg | 218µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.02mg | 0.21mg |
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| Manganese | 0.714mg | 0.373mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 0.9µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.078mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.456mg | 0.115mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.513mg | 0.647mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.084mg | 0.324mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.146mg | 0.138mg |
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| Vitamin K | 108.6µg | 212.7µg |
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| Folate | 126µg | 105µg |
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| Choline | 12.8mg | 5.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.151g | 0.146g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.06g | 0.095g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.307g | 0.267g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0.037mg |
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| Threonine | 0.167mg | 0.128mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.26mg | 0.139mg |
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| Leucine | 0.392mg | 0.195mg |
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| Lysine | 0.246mg | 0.163mg |
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| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0.036mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0.105mg |
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| Valine | 0.256mg | 0.145mg |
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| Histidine | 0.114mg | 0.057mg |
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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
85%
91%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taro leaves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is cheaper?
Taro leaves is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taro leaves is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taro leaves is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chives is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.16g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chives is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.005g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (3 mg)