Zucchini vs. Water chestnuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between zucchini and water chestnuts
- Zucchini is higher in vitamin C, yet water chestnuts are higher in copper, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin B2, fiber, vitamin B1, vitamin E, manganese, and vitamin B5.
- Water chestnuts cover your daily copper needs 30% more than zucchini.
- Zucchini contains 4 times more vitamin C than water chestnuts. While zucchini contains 17.9mg of vitamin C, water chestnuts contain only 4mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Squash, summer, zucchini, includes skin, raw and Waterchestnuts, chinese, (matai), raw.
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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 | +45.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +516.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +22.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +123.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +515.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +56.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +65.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +87% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +250% |
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 | +347.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1333.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +211.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +112.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +121.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +134.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +101.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +281.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.21 g
Fats:
0.32 g
Carbs:
3.11 g
Water:
94.79 g
Other:
0.57 g
Protein:
1.4 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
23.94 g
Water:
73.46 g
Other:
1.1 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +220% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +29% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +669.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +93% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.084 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.091 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.026 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.043 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +450% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +111.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69% |
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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| Copper | 0.053mg | 0.326mg | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 17.9mg | 4mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.163mg | 0.328mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 261mg | 584mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.094mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.045mg | 0.14mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 3g | 8% |
| Carbs | 3.11g | 23.94g | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.177mg | 0.331mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 1.2mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.204mg | 0.479mg | 6% |
| Choline | 9.5mg | 36.2mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 38mg | 63mg | 4% |
| Calories | 17kcal | 97kcal | 4% |
| Iron | 0.37mg | 0.06mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.451mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 4.3µg | 0.3µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.32mg | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.38g | 2% | |
| Folate | 24µg | 16µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 22mg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.21g | 1.4g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.32g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.11g | 20.94g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.5g | 4.8g | N/A |
| Sodium | 8mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.084g | 0.026g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 0.002g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.091g | 0.043g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.01mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.029mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.043mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.061g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.03g | 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
15%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
12%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Zucchini is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Zucchini contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Water chestnuts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.058g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Water chestnuts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Water chestnuts is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Water chestnuts 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 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.