Watercress vs. Lamb — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between watercress and lamb
- Watercress has more vitamin K, vitamin A, and vitamin C, while lamb has more vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, zinc, and iron.
- Watercress covers your daily need for vitamin K, 204% more than lamb.
- The amount of saturated fat in watercress is lower.
- Lamb has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of lamb is 0, while the glycemic index of watercress is 32.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Watercress, raw and Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked.
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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 | +605.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1009.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +840% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +54.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3954.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +213.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2833.3% |
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 | +614.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +5334.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +108.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3230% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +112.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +941.1% |
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:
24.52 g
Fats:
20.94 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
53.72 g
Other:
0.82 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +77% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +46.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +966.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +20840% |
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
8.83 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.51 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +110150% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4214.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 250µg | 4.6µg | 205% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.55µg | 106% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 0mg | 48% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 26.4µg | 46% |
| Protein | 2.3g | 24.52g | 44% |
| Zinc | 0.11mg | 4.46mg | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 0.027g | 8.83g | 40% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 6.66mg | 40% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 20.94g | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 97mg | 32% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.008g | 8.82g | 22% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1.88mg | 21% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 188mg | 18% |
| Choline | 9mg | 93.7mg | 15% |
| Calories | 11kcal | 294kcal | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 0.25mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.035g | 1.51g | 10% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 17mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.244mg | 0.022mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 0.66mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 0.14mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.119mg | 5% |
| Folate | 9µg | 18µg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 0g | 2% |
| Sodium | 41mg | 72mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 330mg | 310mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.29g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.79g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.129mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.03mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.133mg | 1.05mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.093mg | 1.183mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.166mg | 1.908mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 2.166mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.629mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.114mg | 0.998mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.137mg | 1.323mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.04mg | 0.777mg | 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
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52%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Watercress is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Watercress contains less Sodium (difference - 31mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Watercress is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.803g)
Which food is cheaper?
Watercress is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lamb is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.2g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lamb is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lamb is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins