Watercress vs. Chrysanthemum — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Watercress and Chrysanthemum different?
- Watercress is richer in Vitamin C, while Chrysanthemum is higher in Vitamin K, Folate, Manganese, Iron, Fiber, Potassium, Copper, and Zinc.
- Chrysanthemum covers your daily need of Vitamin K 83% more than Watercress.
- Watercress contains 31 times more Vitamin C than Chrysanthemum. Watercress contains 43mg of Vitamin C, while Chrysanthemum contains 1.4mg.
Watercress, raw and Chrysanthemum, garland, raw types were used in this article.
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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 | -65.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +52.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1045% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +77.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +545.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +286.5% |
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 | +2971.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +40.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +44.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +165.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +36.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +40% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1866.7% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.3 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
1.29 g
Water:
95.11 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
3.36 g
Fats:
0.56 g
Carbs:
3.02 g
Water:
91.4 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +46.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +460% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +134.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38.3% |
~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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 11kcal | 24kcal |
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| Protein | 2.3g | 3.36g |
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| Fats | 0.1g | 0.56g |
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| Vitamin C | 43mg | 1.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 0.79g | 0.02g |
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| Carbs | 1.29g | 3.02g |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 32mg |
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| Calcium | 120mg | 117mg |
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| Potassium | 330mg | 567mg |
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| Iron | 0.2mg | 2.29mg |
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| Sugar | 0.2g |
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| Fiber | 0.5g | 3g |
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| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.137mg |
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| Zinc | 0.11mg | 0.71mg |
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| Phosphorus | 60mg | 54mg |
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| Sodium | 41mg | 118mg |
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| Vitamin A | 3191IU | 2320IU |
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| Vitamin A | 160µg | 116µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1mg |
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| Manganese | 0.244mg | 0.943mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.13mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 0.144mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 0.531mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 0.221mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.129mg | 0.176mg |
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| Vitamin K | 250µg | 350µg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 177µg |
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| Choline | 9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.027g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.008g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.035g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.03mg |
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| Threonine | 0.133mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.093mg |
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| Leucine | 0.166mg |
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| Lysine | 0.134mg |
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| Methionine | 0.02mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.114mg |
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| Valine | 0.137mg |
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| Histidine | 0.04mg |
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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
84%
99%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Watercress contains less Sodium (difference - 77mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chrysanthemum is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.2g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chrysanthemum is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.027g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chrysanthemum is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chrysanthemum is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.