Asparagus vs Olives – Which is Healthier?
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Our Verdict
When comparing asparagus to olives, we picked the asparagus.
Why?
Both have their strong merits!
In terms of macros, asparagus has more protein, while olives have more fiber, (healthy) fats, and carbs, winning in this category.
In the category of vitamins, asparagus has more of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, C, and K, while olives have more vitamin E, giving an overwhelming win to asparagus in this round.
Looking at minerals, asparagus has more magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc, while olives have more calcium, copper, and iron, yield to asparagus a 6:3 win here.
In other considerations, both are abundant sources of polyphenols, making this round most fairly a tie.
Adding up the sections makes for an overall win for asparagus, but like we say, both have their strong merits, and as ever, diversity is best!
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