Amaranth leaves vs. Hominy — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Amaranth leaves and Hominy
- The amount of Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Manganese, Iron, Folate, Calcium, Potassium, Vitamin A, Copper, and Vitamin B6 in Amaranth leaves are higher than in Hominy.
- Amaranth leaves covers your daily need of Vitamin K 950% more than Hominy.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Amaranth leaves, raw and Hominy, canned, white.
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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 | +243.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2050% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +6688.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +274.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +440% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1164.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +233.3% |
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 | +291600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2533.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1893.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +3740% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +569900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +8400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +140.6% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.46 g
Fats:
0.33 g
Carbs:
4.02 g
Water:
91.69 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
1.48 g
Fats:
0.88 g
Carbs:
14.26 g
Water:
82.53 g
Other:
0.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +66.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +76.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +166.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +254.7% |
~equal in
Water
~82.53g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.091 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.076 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.147 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.123 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.231 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.399 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -26% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +203.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +171.4% |
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 | 23kcal | 72kcal |
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| Protein | 2.46g | 1.48g |
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| Fats | 0.33g | 0.88g |
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| Vitamin C | 43.3mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 4.02g | 11.76g |
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| Carbs | 4.02g | 14.26g |
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| Magnesium | 55mg | 16mg |
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| Calcium | 215mg | 10mg |
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| Potassium | 611mg | 9mg |
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| Iron | 2.32mg | 0.62mg |
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| Sugar | 1.82g |
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| Fiber | 2.5g |
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| Copper | 0.162mg | 0.03mg |
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| Zinc | 0.9mg | 1.05mg |
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| Phosphorus | 50mg | 35mg |
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| Sodium | 20mg | 345mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2917IU | 1IU |
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| Vitamin A | 146µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.05mg |
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| Manganese | 0.885mg | 0.07mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.003mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.158mg | 0.006mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.658mg | 0.033mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.064mg | 0.154mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.192mg | 0.005mg |
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| Vitamin K | 1140µg | 0.2µg |
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| Folate | 85µg | 1µg |
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| Choline | 3.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.091g | 0.123g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.076g | 0.231g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.147g | 0.399g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.031mg | 0.008mg |
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| Threonine | 0.099mg | 0.05mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.119mg | 0.058mg |
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| Leucine | 0.195mg | 0.202mg |
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| Lysine | 0.127mg | 0.033mg |
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| Methionine | 0.036mg | 0.031mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.133mg | 0.076mg |
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| Valine | 0.137mg | 0.077mg |
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| Histidine | 0.052mg | 0.045mg |
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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
257%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth leaves is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.82g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth leaves contains less Sodium (difference - 325mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth leaves is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.032g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Amaranth leaves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth leaves is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Amaranth leaves is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)