Watercress vs. Rib eye steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are watercress and rib eye steak different?
- Watercress is richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, and vitamin C, while rib eye steak is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, vitamin B3, and vitamin B6.
- Watercress covers your daily need for vitamin K, 207% more than rib eye steak.
- Watercress is lower in saturated fat.
- Watercress has a higher glycemic index (32) than rib eye steak (0).
Watercress, raw and Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled 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 more CalciumCalcium | +990.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +205% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1020% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +5272.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +153.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3200% |
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 | +1900% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +26.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +15525% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +139.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2354% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +72.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +269.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +442.2% |
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:
23.69 g
Fats:
21.81 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
54.49 g
Other:
0.01 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +74.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11900% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +930% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +21710% |
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
9.684 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.519 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.027 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +131387.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2834.3% |
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 | 1.6µg | 207% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.1µg | 88% |
| Zinc | 0.11mg | 5.91mg | 53% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 29.7µg | 52% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 0mg | 48% |
| Saturated fat | 0.027g | 9.684g | 44% |
| Protein | 2.3g | 23.69g | 43% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 21.81g | 33% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 4.908mg | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 80mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.129mg | 0.477mg | 27% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 2.24mg | 26% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.008g | 10.519g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 8µg | 17% |
| Calories | 11kcal | 291kcal | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 152mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 0.287mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 11mg | 11% |
| Choline | 9mg | 48.8mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.035g | 1.027g | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.244mg | 0.08mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 0.536mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.071mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 0g | 2% |
| Potassium | 330mg | 260mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 41mg | 54mg | 1% |
| Folate | 9µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 7IU | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.29g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.79g | 0g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 22mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 1.478g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.03mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.133mg | 1.116mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.093mg | 1.103mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.166mg | 2.041mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 2.269mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.641mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.114mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.137mg | 1.184mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.04mg | 0.888mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.038g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.014g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.7g | N/A |
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%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Watercress is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 80mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Watercress contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Watercress is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.657g)
Which food is cheaper?
Watercress is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rib eye steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.2g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Rib eye steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Rib eye steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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