Agave, raw (Southwest) vs. Amaranth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between agave, raw (Southwest) and amaranth
- Agave, raw (Southwest) has more calcium and fiber; however, amaranth has more manganese, phosphorus, selenium, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for agave, raw (Southwest) is 37% higher.
- Amaranth has 3 times less fiber than agave, raw (Southwest). Agave, raw (Southwest) has 6.6g of fiber, while amaranth has 2.1g.
Food types used in this article are Agave, raw (Southwest) and Amaranth grain, cooked.
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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 | +787.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +18.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +473.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2014.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +808.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1275% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +21.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +93.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +77.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +45.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +105.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +214.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.52 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
16.23 g
Water:
81.83 g
Other:
1.27 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +64.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +630.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +953.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.2% |
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Water
~75.16g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0.24 g
Sucrose:
0.41 g
Glucose:
1.19 g
Fructose:
0.98 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.23 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +6662.5% |
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 417mg | 47mg | 37% |
| Manganese | 0.094mg | 0.854mg | 33% |
| Phosphorus | 7mg | 148mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 6.6g | 2.1g | 18% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 5.5µg | 9% |
| Protein | 0.52g | 3.8g | 7% |
| Starch | 0.24g | 16.23g | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.15mg | 0.86mg | 6% |
| Folate | 7µg | 22µg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin K | 5.3µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.055mg | 0.113mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 2.1mg | 4% |
| Calories | 68kcal | 102kcal | 2% |
| Magnesium | 55mg | 65mg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.15g | 1.58g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.138mg | 0.149mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 16.23g | 18.69g | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.041mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.98g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.63g | 16.59g | N/A |
| Potassium | 127mg | 135mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.58g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 14mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.162mg | 0.235mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.014mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.014mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.019mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.008mg | 0% |
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
6%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
31%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.58g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Agave, raw (Southwest) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 97)
Which food is cheaper?
Agave, raw (Southwest) is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Agave, raw (Southwest) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat ( g)