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Almonds vs. Lotus seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between almonds and lotus seeds

  • Almonds have more vitamin B2, copper, zinc, and magnesium; however, lotus seeds have more vitamin B6, vitamin B1, phosphorus, potassium, and folate.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B2 for almonds is 76% higher.
  • Lotus seeds have 12 times less saturated fat than almonds. Almonds have 3.802g of saturated fat, while lotus seeds have 0.33g.
  • Lotus seeds have a higher glycemic index than almonds.

Food types used in this article are Nuts, almonds and Seeds, lotus seeds, dried.

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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 193% 81% 65% 139% 344% 85% 206% 0.13% 284% 22%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 150% 49% 121% 132% 117% 29% 268% 0.65% 302% 0%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +28.6%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +65%
Contains more CopperCopper +194.6%
Contains more ZincZinc +197.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -80%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +86.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +30.1%
~equal in Iron ~3.53mg
~equal in Manganese ~2.318mg

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% 513% 0% 51% 263% 68% 28% 32% 0% 0% 33% 28%
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% 1% 0% 0% 160% 35% 30% 51% 145% 0% 0% 78% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +658.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +126.1%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +212.2%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +80.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +359.1%
Contains more FolateFolate +136.4%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
21% 50% 22% 4% 3%
Protein: 21.15 g
Fats: 49.93 g
Carbs: 21.55 g
Water: 4.41 g
Other: 2.96 g
15% 2% 64% 14% 4%
Protein: 15.41 g
Fats: 1.97 g
Carbs: 64.47 g
Water: 14.16 g
Other: 3.99 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +37.2%
Contains more FatsFats +2434.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +199.2%
Contains more WaterWater +221.1%
Contains more OtherOther +34.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
8% 66% 26%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.802 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 31.551 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 12.329 g
18% 21% 62%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.33 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.388 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.166 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +8031.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +957.4%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -91.3%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Almonds Lotus seeds DV% diff.
Vitamin E 25.63mg 171%
Monounsaturated fat 31.551g 0.388g 78%
Vitamin B2 1.138mg 0.15mg 76%
Copper 1.031mg 0.35mg 76%
Fats 49.93g 1.97g 74%
Polyunsaturated fat 12.329g 1.166g 74%
Fiber 12.5g 50%
Vitamin B6 0.137mg 0.629mg 38%
Vitamin B1 0.205mg 0.64mg 36%
Phosphorus 481mg 626mg 21%
Zinc 3.12mg 1.05mg 19%
Potassium 733mg 1368mg 19%
Saturated fat 3.802g 0.33g 16%
Folate 44µg 104µg 15%
Magnesium 270mg 210mg 14%
Carbs 21.55g 64.47g 14%
Vitamin B3 3.618mg 1.6mg 13%
Calories 579kcal 332kcal 12%
Protein 21.15g 15.41g 11%
Calcium 269mg 163mg 11%
Choline 52.1mg 9%
Vitamin B5 0.471mg 0.851mg 8%
Selenium 4.1µg 7%
Manganese 2.179mg 2.318mg 6%
Iron 3.71mg 3.53mg 2%
Net carbs 9.05g 64.47g N/A
Sugar 4.35g N/A
Starch 0.72g 0%
Sodium 1mg 5mg 0%
Vitamin A 0µg 3µg 0%
Trans fat 0.015g N/A
Tryptophan 0.211mg 0.221mg 0%
Threonine 0.601mg 0.747mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.751mg 0.765mg 0%
Leucine 1.473mg 1.215mg 0%
Lysine 0.568mg 0.985mg 0%
Methionine 0.157mg 0.267mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.132mg 0.767mg 0%
Valine 0.855mg 0.991mg 0%
Histidine 0.539mg 0.43mg 0%
Fructose 0.11g 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.003g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 12.32g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Almonds Lotus seeds
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
78%
Almonds
38%
Lotus seeds
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
142%
Almonds
117%
Lotus seeds

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lotus seeds
Lotus seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.35g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lotus seeds
Lotus seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.472g)
Which food is cheaper?
Lotus seeds
Lotus seeds is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almonds
Almonds contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almonds
Almonds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.

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. Almonds - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170567/nutrients
  2. Lotus seeds - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170149/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.