Alfalfa seeds vs. Ginkgo nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are alfalfa seeds and ginkgo nuts different?
- Alfalfa seeds are richer in vitamin B5 and zinc, while ginkgo nuts are higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, copper, potassium, vitamin B1, phosphorus, and vitamin C.
- Ginkgo nuts cover your daily need for vitamin B3, 34% more than alfalfa seeds.
- Alfalfa seeds contain 4 times more vitamin B5 than ginkgo nuts. Alfalfa seeds contain 0.563mg of vitamin B5, while ginkgo nuts contain 0.16mg.
Alfalfa seeds, sprouted, raw and Nuts, ginkgo nuts, 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 | +1500% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +170.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +66.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +545.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +74.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +77.1% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +251.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +82.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +189.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1147.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +864.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
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:
4.32 g
Fats:
1.68 g
Carbs:
37.6 g
Water:
55.2 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +68.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +143.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1690.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +200% |
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Protein
~4.32g
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
0.319 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.619 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.618 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1005.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +51.1% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.481mg | 6mg | 34% |
| Vitamin K | 30.5µg | 25% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.328mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 79mg | 510mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.157mg | 0.274mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.076mg | 0.22mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 2.1g | 37.6g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.563mg | 0.16mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 70mg | 124mg | 8% |
| Calories | 23kcal | 182kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 8.2mg | 15mg | 8% |
| Folate | 36µg | 54µg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.92mg | 0.34mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.188mg | 0.113mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.126mg | 0.09mg | 3% |
| Choline | 14.4mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 32mg | 2mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 8µg | 28µg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.69g | 1.68g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.056g | 0.619g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.069g | 0.319g | 1% |
| Protein | 3.99g | 4.32g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.409g | 0.618g | 1% |
| Iron | 0.96mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0.2g | 37.6g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 27mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.143mg | 0.209mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.267mg | 0.316mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.214mg | 0.206mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.055mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.171mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.145mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.102mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
18%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ginkgo nuts is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Alfalfa seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Alfalfa seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.25g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
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.