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Absinthe vs. Spelt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between absinthe and spelt

  • The amount of manganese, phosphorus, iron, copper, fiber, vitamin B3, magnesium, vitamin B1, zinc, and vitamin B5 in spelt is higher than in absinthe.
  • Spelt covers your daily need for manganese, 129% more than absinthe.
  • Absinthe has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of absinthe is 0, while the glycemic index of spelt is 63.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Alcoholic beverage, distilled, all (gin, rum, vodka, whiskey) 100 proof and Spelt, uncooked.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 0% 0.18% 1.5% 7% 1.1% 1.7% 0.13% 2.3% 0%
Spelt
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 97% 8.1% 34% 167% 170% 89% 172% 1% 389% 64%
Contains less SodiumSodium -87.5%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +∞%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +∞%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +19300%
Contains more IronIron +11000%
Contains more CopperCopper +2333.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +8100%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +9925%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +16472.2%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 1.5% 0.92% 0.24% 0% 0.23% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Spelt
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 16% 0% 91% 26% 128% 64% 53% 0% 9% 34% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +5966.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +2725%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +52538.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +22900%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
58% 43%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 57.5 g
Other: 42.5 g
Spelt
3
15% 2% 70% 11% 2%
Protein: 14.57 g
Fats: 2.43 g
Carbs: 70.19 g
Water: 11.02 g
Other: 1.79 g
Contains more WaterWater +421.8%
Contains more OtherOther +2274.3%
Contains more ProteinProtein +∞%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Absinthe Spelt
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Absinthe Spelt DV% diff.
Manganese 0.018mg 2.983mg 129%
Phosphorus 4mg 401mg 57%
Iron 0.04mg 4.44mg 55%
Copper 0.021mg 0.511mg 54%
Vitamin B3 0.013mg 6.843mg 43%
Fiber 0g 10.7g 43%
Magnesium 0mg 136mg 32%
Vitamin B1 0.006mg 0.364mg 30%
Zinc 0.04mg 3.28mg 29%
Protein 0g 14.57g 29%
Carbs 0g 70.19g 23%
Starch 53.92g 22%
Vitamin B5 0mg 1.068mg 21%
Selenium 0µg 11.7µg 21%
Vitamin B6 0.001mg 0.23mg 18%
Folate 0µg 45µg 11%
Potassium 2mg 388mg 11%
Polyunsaturated fat 0g 1.258g 8%
Vitamin B2 0.004mg 0.113mg 8%
Vitamin E 0.79mg 5%
Fats 0g 2.43g 4%
Vitamin K 3.6µg 3%
Calcium 0mg 27mg 3%
Saturated fat 0g 0.406g 2%
Calories 295kcal 338kcal 2%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 0.445g 1%
Net carbs 0g 59.49g N/A
Sugar 6.82g N/A
Sodium 1mg 8mg 0%
Tryptophan 0mg 0.132mg 0%
Threonine 0mg 0.443mg 0%
Isoleucine 0mg 0.552mg 0%
Leucine 0mg 1.07mg 0%
Lysine 0mg 0.409mg 0%
Methionine 0mg 0.258mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0mg 0.737mg 0%
Valine 0mg 0.681mg 0%
Histidine 0mg 0.36mg 0%
Fructose 0.24g 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.065g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Absinthe Spelt
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
0%
Absinthe
32%
Spelt
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
1%
Absinthe
119%
Spelt

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Spelt
Spelt is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Spelt
Spelt is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Absinthe
Absinthe is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.82g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Absinthe
Absinthe contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Absinthe
Absinthe is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.406g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Absinthe
Absinthe is lower in glycemic index (difference - 63)
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 ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Absinthe - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173664/nutrients
  2. Spelt - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169745/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.