Vine spinach (basella) vs. Chives — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between vine spinach (basella) and chives
- Vine spinach (basella) has more vitamin A, vitamin C, manganese, folate, vitamin B6, potassium, and magnesium; however, chives are higher in copper and vitamin B5.
- Vine spinach (basella) covers your daily need for vitamin A, 73% more than chives.
- Vine spinach (basella) has 2 times more manganese than chives. While vine spinach (basella) has 0.735mg of manganese, chives have only 0.373mg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Vinespinach, (basella), raw and Chives, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +54.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +18.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +97.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +33.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +46.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.5% |
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 | +75.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +83.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +34.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +73.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +56% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +29.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +511.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.8 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
3.4 g
Water:
93.1 g
Other:
1.4 g
Protein:
3.27 g
Fats:
0.73 g
Carbs:
4.35 g
Water:
90.65 g
Other:
1 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +40% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +81.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +143.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27.9% |
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Water
~90.65g
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 | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 212.7µg | 177% | |
| Vitamin C | 102mg | 58.1mg | 49% |
| Vitamin A | 400µg | 218µg | 20% |
| Manganese | 0.735mg | 0.373mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 10% | |
| Folate | 140µg | 105µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24mg | 0.138mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.107mg | 0.157mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 510mg | 296mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.053mg | 0.324mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 42mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 1.6mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.115mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.8g | 3.27g | 3% |
| Calcium | 109mg | 92mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.267g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.078mg | 2% |
| Choline | 5.2mg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.146g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.5mg | 0.647mg | 1% |
| Calories | 19kcal | 30kcal | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.73g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 24mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 58mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.43mg | 0.56mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.4g | 4.35g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.4g | 1.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.85g | N/A | |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 0.9µg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.095g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.028mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.055mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.053mg | 0.139mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.101mg | 0.195mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.086mg | 0.163mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.019mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.085mg | 0.105mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.065mg | 0.145mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.039mg | 0.057mg | 0% |
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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
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76%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Vine spinach (basella) is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.85g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Vine spinach (basella) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.146g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vine spinach (basella) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is cheaper?
Vine spinach (basella) is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chives contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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