Vine spinach (basella) vs. Spinach raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Vine spinach (basella) and Spinach raw
- Vine spinach (basella) is richer in Vitamin C, yet Spinach raw is richer in Iron, Folate, Vitamin A, and Manganese.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin C from Vine spinach (basella) is 82% higher.
Food types used in this article are Vinespinach, (basella), raw and Spinach, 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 less SodiumSodium | -69.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +21.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +125.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +21.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +23.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +25% |
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 | +263% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +23.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +17.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +56% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +44.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +22.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +38.6% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
2.86 g
Fats:
0.39 g
Carbs:
3.63 g
Water:
91.4 g
Other:
1.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +58.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +30% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +22.9% |
~equal in
Carbs
~3.63g
~equal in
Water
~91.4g
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 19kcal | 23kcal |
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| Protein | 1.8g | 2.86g |
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| Fats | 0.3g | 0.39g |
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| Vitamin C | 102mg | 28.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 3.4g | 1.43g |
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| Carbs | 3.4g | 3.63g |
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| Magnesium | 65mg | 79mg |
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| Calcium | 109mg | 99mg |
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| Potassium | 510mg | 558mg |
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| Iron | 1.2mg | 2.71mg |
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| Sugar | 0.42g |
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| Fiber | 2.2g |
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| Copper | 0.107mg | 0.13mg |
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| Zinc | 0.43mg | 0.53mg |
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| Phosphorus | 52mg | 49mg |
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| Sodium | 24mg | 79mg |
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| Vitamin A | 8000IU | 9377IU |
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| Vitamin A | 400µg | 469µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.03mg |
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| Manganese | 0.735mg | 0.897mg |
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| Selenium | 0.8µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.078mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.189mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.5mg | 0.724mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.053mg | 0.065mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.24mg | 0.195mg |
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| Vitamin K | 482.9µg |
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| Folate | 140µg | 194µg |
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| Choline | 19.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.063g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.165g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.028mg | 0.039mg |
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| Threonine | 0.055mg | 0.122mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.053mg | 0.147mg |
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| Leucine | 0.101mg | 0.223mg |
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| Lysine | 0.086mg | 0.174mg |
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| Methionine | 0.019mg | 0.053mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.085mg | 0.129mg |
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| Valine | 0.065mg | 0.161mg |
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| Histidine | 0.039mg | 0.064mg |
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| Fructose | 0.15g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
80%
168%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Vine spinach (basella) is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vine spinach (basella) contains less Sodium (difference - 55mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Vine spinach (basella) is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.063g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vine spinach (basella) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Vine spinach (basella) is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Spinach raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Spinach raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)