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 from 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.
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.
| 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% |
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 | +658.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +126.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2400% |
| 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% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.15 g
Fats:
49.93 g
Carbs:
21.55 g
Water:
4.41 g
Other:
2.96 g
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
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.802 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
31.551 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.329 g
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.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 579kcal | 332kcal |
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| Protein | 21.15g | 15.41g |
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| Fats | 49.93g | 1.97g |
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| Net carbs | 9.05g | 64.47g |
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| Carbs | 21.55g | 64.47g |
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| Magnesium | 270mg | 210mg |
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| Calcium | 269mg | 163mg |
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| Potassium | 733mg | 1368mg |
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| Iron | 3.71mg | 3.53mg |
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| Sugar | 4.35g |
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| Fiber | 12.5g |
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| Copper | 1.031mg | 0.35mg |
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| Zinc | 3.12mg | 1.05mg |
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| Starch | 0.72g |
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| Phosphorus | 481mg | 626mg |
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| Sodium | 1mg | 5mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2IU | 50IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 25.63mg |
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| Manganese | 2.179mg | 2.318mg |
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| Selenium | 4.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.205mg | 0.64mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 1.138mg | 0.15mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.618mg | 1.6mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.471mg | 0.851mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.137mg | 0.629mg |
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| Folate | 44µg | 104µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.015g |
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| Choline | 52.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.802g | 0.33g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 31.551g | 0.388g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 12.329g | 1.166g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.211mg | 0.221mg |
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| Threonine | 0.601mg | 0.747mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.751mg | 0.765mg |
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| Leucine | 1.473mg | 1.215mg |
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| Lysine | 0.568mg | 0.985mg |
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| Methionine | 0.157mg | 0.267mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.132mg | 0.767mg |
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| Valine | 0.855mg | 0.991mg |
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| Histidine | 0.539mg | 0.43mg |
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| Fructose | 0.11g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.32g |
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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%
39%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
142%
117%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lotus seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.35g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lotus seeds is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.472g)
Which food is cheaper?
Lotus seeds is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almonds contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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