Watercress vs. Jerky — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between watercress and jerky
- Watercress has more vitamin K, vitamin A, and vitamin C, while jerky has more zinc, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B12, and folate.
- Watercress covers your daily need for vitamin K, 206% more than jerky.
- The amount of sodium in watercress is lower.
- Jerky has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of jerky is 0, while the glycemic index of watercress is 32.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Watercress, raw and Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed.
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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 | +500% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +119.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +142.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +80.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2610% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +194.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +7272.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +578.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1088.9% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +104.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +90.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +10769.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +71.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +766% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +38.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1388.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1112.2% |
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:
33.2 g
Fats:
25.6 g
Carbs:
11 g
Water:
23.36 g
Other:
6.84 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +307.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1343.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +25500% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +752.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +470% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.027 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.008 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.035 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.011 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +141212.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2788.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 250µg | 2.3µg | 206% |
| Sodium | 41mg | 2081mg | 89% |
| Zinc | 0.11mg | 8.11mg | 73% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 5.42mg | 65% |
| Protein | 2.3g | 33.2g | 62% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 407mg | 50% |
| Saturated fat | 0.027g | 10.85g | 49% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 0mg | 48% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.99µg | 41% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 25.6g | 39% |
| Folate | 9µg | 134µg | 31% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.008g | 11.305g | 28% |
| Calories | 11kcal | 410kcal | 20% |
| Choline | 9mg | 109.1mg | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 10.7µg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.227mg | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 48mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 1.732mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 20mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 330mg | 597mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.035g | 1.011g | 7% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 51mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.244mg | 0.111mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.154mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 1.8g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.129mg | 0.179mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 1.29g | 11g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 0.49mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 0.163mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 0.142mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 11IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.79g | 9.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 9g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.093mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.166mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.114mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.137mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.04mg | 0% |
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
74%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
111%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Watercress is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Watercress is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Watercress contains less Sodium (difference - 2040mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Watercress is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.823g)
Which food is cheaper?
Watercress is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
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.