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Carrots vs Red Cabbage – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing carrots to red cabbage, we picked the red cabbage. Why? It’s very close! In terms of macros, these two vegetables are pretty much equal on all metrics. By official numbers, carrots have a tiny bit more fiber and red cabbage has a tiny bit more protein, but realistically, the difference are… -
Lychees vs Starfruit – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing lychees to starfruit, we picked the lychees. Why? Both have their merits! In terms of macros, lychees have more carbs while starfruit has more fiber; we say this is a first-round win for starfruit. In the category of vitamins, however, lychees have more of vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9,… -
Eggplant vs Zucchini – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing eggplant to zucchini, we picked the zucchini. Why? In terms of macros, eggplant has more carbs and fiber while zucchini has more protein; we’ll generally prioritize fiber, so call this a subjective win for eggplant in this category, though an argument could be made for a tie. In the category of… -
Apple vs Cantaloupe – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing apples to cantaloupe, we picked the cantaloupe. Why? An apple a day might keep the doctor away, but melons are bigger and heavier and thus much more intimidating when thrown! And as for nutritional considerations… In terms of macros, apples start strong with more than 2x the fiber and slightly more… -
Cabbage vs Carrots – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing cabbage to carrots, we picked the carrots. Why? Both are top-tier vegetables! But as the Highlander said, “there can be only one”, and we say carrots get a marginal victory; In terms of macros, nominally cabbage has slightly more protein (but it’s a tiny amount, and thus an even tinier difference)… -
Banana vs Goji Berries – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing banana to goji berries, we picked the goji berries. Why? Both are great! But… In terms of macros, goji berries have much more fiber, carbs, and protein, thus making it the most nutrient-dense option, as we might expect from a dried fruit being compared to a non-dried fruit—since the non-dried fruit… -
Beetroot vs Tomato – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing beetroot to tomato, we picked the beetroot. Why? Both are great! But we say beetroot comes out on top: In terms of macros, beetroot has more protein, carbs, and fiber, making it the more nutritionally dense option. It has a slightly higher glycemic index, but also has specific phytochemicals that lower… -
Dates vs Grapes – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing dates to grapes, we picked the dates. Why? It’s not close: In terms of macros, dates have 4x the carbs and/but 8x the fiber, making for the lower glycemic index. Also, for what it’s worth, they have nearly 4x the protein, but probably nobody is eating either of these fruits for… -
Celery vs Chard – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing celery to chard, we picked the chard. Why? Both are very respectable options, but even so, it’s not close: In terms of macros, chard has more fiber, carbs, and protein, making it the more nutrient-dense option and thus the winner of the macros category. In the category of vitamins, celery has… -
Cranberries vs Dates – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing cranberries to dates, we picked the dates. Why? It wasn’t close: In terms of macros, dates have more fiber, carbs, and protein, making them the more nutritionally dense option in this category. In the category of vitamins, cranberries have more of vitamins C, E, and K, while dates have more of… -
Green Beans vs Soybeans – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing green beans to soybeans, we picked the soy. Why? It wasn’t close: In terms of macros, green beans have 2x the fiber, while soybeans have 7x the protein (and they have about the same carbs). If the numbers were closer, we’d prioritize the fiber over the protein, but given the size… -
Avocado vs Goji Berries – Which is Healthier?
Our Verdict When comparing avocado to goji berries, we picked the avocado. Why? It takes a special non-dried food to beat a dried food for nutritional density, but avocado manages it! In terms of macros, avocados have more (famously health) fat; mostly monounsaturated with some polyunsaturated and a little bit of saturated, with some omega-3…
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