Amaranth vs. Barley — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between amaranth and barley?
- Amaranth has less fiber, selenium, vitamin B1, manganese, copper, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, iron, zinc, and phosphorus than barley.
- Barley's daily need coverage for fiber is 61% higher.
- Barley has a lower glycemic index than amaranth.
We used Amaranth grain, cooked and Barley, hulled types in this comparison.
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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 | +42.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +104.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +234.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +71.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +234.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +222.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +78.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +127.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +585.5% |
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 FolateFolate | +15.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +4206.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1195.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1859.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +181.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +696.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +228.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +45.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +293.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +198.7% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 2.1g | 17.3g | 61% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 37.7µg | 59% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.646mg | 53% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 1.943mg | 47% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.498mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 4.604mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.285mg | 20% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 3.6mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 73.48g | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 264mg | 17% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 12.48g | 17% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 2.77mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.318mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 133mg | 16% |
| Calories | 102kcal | 354kcal | 13% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 452mg | 9% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.108g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.282mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.57mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.482g | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.295g | 1% | |
| Calcium | 47mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Fats | 1.58g | 2.3g | 1% |
| Folate | 22µg | 19µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 56.18g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.8g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.208mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.424mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.456mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.848mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.465mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.7mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.612mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.281mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
5%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
110%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barley is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
Which food is cheaper?
Barley is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Barley is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Barley is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.482g)