Watercress vs. Spelt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between watercress and spelt
- Watercress has more vitamin A, vitamin C, and calcium; however, spelt is richer in manganese, iron, copper, vitamin B3, fiber, phosphorus, and zinc.
- Watercress's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 64% more.
- Spelt has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of spelt is 63, while the glycemic index of watercress is 32.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Watercress, raw and Spelt, 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 | +1100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +130.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +133.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +735% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +179.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1036.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +150% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +347.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +344.4% |
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 | +284.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +61.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +14.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1185% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +44.4% |
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:
5.5 g
Fats:
0.85 g
Carbs:
26.44 g
Water:
66.56 g
Other:
0.65 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +42.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +84.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +139.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +750% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1949.6% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 250µg | 208% | |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 0mg | 48% |
| Manganese | 0.244mg | 1.091mg | 37% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1.67mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2mg | 2.57mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.215mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 3.9g | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 150mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 10mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.11mg | 1.25mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 1.29g | 26.44g | 8% |
| Starch | 19.57g | 8% | |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 49mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 0.03mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 6% | |
| Protein | 2.3g | 5.5g | 6% |
| Calories | 11kcal | 127kcal | 6% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 4µg | 6% |
| Potassium | 330mg | 143mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 0.26mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.129mg | 0.08mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 41mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Choline | 9mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.103mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.85g | 1% |
| Folate | 9µg | 13µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.79g | 22.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.027g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.008g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.035g | 0% | |
| 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% |
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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%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Watercress is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Watercress is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spelt is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spelt contains less Sodium (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spelt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.027g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Spelt 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 ($)