Amaranth vs. Adzuki bean — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between amaranth and adzuki bean
- The amount of folate, copper, fiber, manganese, zinc, vitamin B1, iron, phosphorus, potassium, and vitamin B6 in adzuki bean is higher than in amaranth.
- Adzuki bean covers your daily need for folate, 150% more than amaranth.
- Adzuki bean has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of adzuki bean is 29, while the glycemic index of amaranth is 97.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Amaranth grain, cooked and Beans, adzuki, mature seeds, raw.
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +77.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +95.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +40.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +828.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +137.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +634.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +486% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +157.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +102.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2933.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1019.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +210.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2727.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
Protein:
19.87 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
62.9 g
Water:
13.44 g
Other:
3.26 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +198.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +459.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +422.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +236.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +323.4% |
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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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 22µg | 622µg | 150% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 1.094mg | 105% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 12.7g | 42% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 5.04mg | 38% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 1.73mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.455mg | 37% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 4.98mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 1254mg | 33% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 381mg | 33% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 19.87g | 32% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.471mg | 29% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.351mg | 18% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 127mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 62.9g | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 2.63mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.22mg | 15% |
| Calories | 102kcal | 329kcal | 11% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 3.1µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 66mg | 2% |
| Fats | 1.58g | 0.53g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.191g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.113g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 50.2g | N/A |
| Sodium | 6mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.191mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.674mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.791mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.668mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.497mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.21mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.052mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.023mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.524mg | 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
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65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
132%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.191g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Adzuki bean contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Adzuki bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 68)
Which food is cheaper?
Adzuki bean is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Adzuki bean is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Adzuki bean is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)