Bamboo Shoots vs Cucumber – Which is Healthier?
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Our Verdict
When comparing bamboo shoots to cucumber, we picked the bamboo shoots.
Why?
This one’s quite clear-cut:
In terms of macros, bamboo has more than 4x the fiber and more than 4x the protein, for slightly more carbs. A clear win for bamboo.
In the category of vitamins, bamboo has more of vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, B9, B9, C, and E, while cucumber has more of vitamins A, B5, and K. Another easy win for bamboo.
When it comes to minerals, bamboo has more copper, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc, while cucumber has more magnesium. One more win for bamboo.
Adding up the sections makes a clear overall win for bamboo, but by all means enjoy either or both; diversity is good!
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