Alfalfa seeds vs. Arrowroot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Alfalfa seeds and Arrowroot different?
- Alfalfa seeds are richer in Vitamin C, Vitamin B5, and Vitamin B2, while Arrowroot is higher in Folate, Vitamin B6, Iron, Potassium, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B1.
- Arrowroot covers your daily need of Folate 76% more than Alfalfa seeds.
- Alfalfa seeds contain 4 times more Vitamin C than Arrowroot. Alfalfa seeds contain 8.2mg of Vitamin C, while Arrowroot contains 1.9mg.
Alfalfa seeds, sprouted, raw and Arrowroot, raw types were used in this article.
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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 | +433.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +29.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +46% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -76.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +474.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +131.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +16.7% |
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 | +331.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +715.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +113.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +92.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +88.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +252% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +682.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +838.9% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.99 g
Fats:
0.69 g
Carbs:
2.1 g
Water:
92.82 g
Other:
0.4 g
Protein:
4.24 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
13.39 g
Water:
80.75 g
Other:
1.42 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +245% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +537.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +255% |
~equal in
Protein
~4.24g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.069 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.056 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.409 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.092 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1300% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +344.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -43.5% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 23kcal | 65kcal |
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| Protein | 3.99g | 4.24g |
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| Fats | 0.69g | 0.2g |
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| Vitamin C | 8.2mg | 1.9mg |
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| Net carbs | 0.2g | 12.09g |
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| Carbs | 2.1g | 13.39g |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 25mg |
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| Calcium | 32mg | 6mg |
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| Potassium | 79mg | 454mg |
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| Iron | 0.96mg | 2.22mg |
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| Sugar | 0.2g |
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| Fiber | 1.9g | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.157mg | 0.121mg |
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| Zinc | 0.92mg | 0.63mg |
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| Phosphorus | 70mg | 98mg |
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| Sodium | 6mg | 26mg |
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| Vitamin A | 155IU | 19IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 8µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.02mg |
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| Manganese | 0.188mg | 0.174mg |
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| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.076mg | 0.143mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.126mg | 0.059mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.481mg | 1.693mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.563mg | 0.292mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.266mg |
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| Vitamin K | 30.5µg |
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| Folate | 36µg | 338µg |
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| Choline | 14.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.069g | 0.039g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.056g | 0.004g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.409g | 0.092g |
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| Threonine | 0.134mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.143mg |
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| Leucine | 0.267mg |
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| Lysine | 0.214mg |
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| Valine | 0.145mg |
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| Fructose | 0.12g |
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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
19%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arrowroot is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.2g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Arrowroot is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Alfalfa seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Alfalfa seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 58)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.