Amaranth leaves vs. Pasilla peppers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between amaranth leaves and pasilla peppers
- Amaranth leaves have more vitamin C; however, pasilla peppers are higher in vitamin B6, vitamin B2, vitamin A, iron, potassium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B5, and manganese.
- Pasilla peppers cover your daily vitamin B6 needs 310% more than amaranth leaves.
- Pasilla peppers contain 7 times less Vitamin C than amaranth leaves. Amaranth leaves contain 43.3mg of Vitamin C, while pasilla peppers contain 6.4mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Amaranth leaves, raw and Peppers, pasilla, 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 CalciumCalcium | +121.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +136.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +263.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +323.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +161.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +55.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +434% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +78.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +255.6% |
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 | +576.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1125.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +537% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1923.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +990.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2385.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2102.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
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:
12.35 g
Fats:
15.85 g
Carbs:
51.13 g
Water:
14.84 g
Other:
5.83 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +517.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +402% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4703% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1171.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +288.7% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 23kcal | 345kcal |
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| Protein | 2.46g | 12.35g |
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| Fats | 0.33g | 15.85g |
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| Vitamin C | 43.3mg | 6.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 4.02g | 24.33g |
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| Carbs | 4.02g | 51.13g |
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| Magnesium | 55mg | 130mg |
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| Calcium | 215mg | 97mg |
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| Potassium | 611mg | 2222mg |
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| Iron | 2.32mg | 9.83mg |
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| Fiber | 26.8g |
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| Copper | 0.162mg | 0.423mg |
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| Zinc | 0.9mg | 1.4mg |
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| Phosphorus | 50mg | 267mg |
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| Sodium | 20mg | 89mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2917IU | 35760IU |
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| Vitamin A | 146µg | 1788µg |
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| Manganese | 0.885mg | 1.58mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 3.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.172mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.158mg | 3.197mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.658mg | 7.175mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.064mg | 1.591mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.192mg | 4.228mg |
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| Vitamin K | 1140µg |
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| Folate | 85µg | 170µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.091g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.076g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.147g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.031mg |
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| Threonine | 0.099mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.119mg |
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| Leucine | 0.195mg |
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| Lysine | 0.127mg |
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| Methionine | 0.036mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.133mg |
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| Valine | 0.137mg |
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| Histidine | 0.052mg |
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Which food is preferable for your 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
257%
329%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
122%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pasilla peppers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pasilla peppers is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.091g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pasilla peppers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth leaves contains less Sodium (difference - 69mg)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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 ($)