Amaranth grain vs. Cellophane noodles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Amaranth grain and Cellophane noodles
- Amaranth grain has more Manganese, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Copper, and Fiber, however, Cellophane noodles has more Vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for Manganese from Amaranth grain is 33% higher.
- Cellophane noodles have 22 times less Magnesium than Amaranth grain. Amaranth grain has 65mg of Magnesium, while Cellophane noodles have 3mg.
Food types used in this article are Amaranth grain, cooked and Noodles, chinese, cellophane or long rice (mung beans), dehydrated.
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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 | +2066.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +88% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1250% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +84% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +109.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +362.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +754% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +43.6% |
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 | +46.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +17.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +126% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +900% |
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Vitamin D
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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:
0.16 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
86.09 g
Water:
13.42 g
Other:
0.27 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2275% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2533.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +460.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +185.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +360.6% |
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 |
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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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| Calories | 102kcal | 351kcal |
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| Protein | 3.8g | 0.16g |
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| Fats | 1.58g | 0.06g |
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| Net carbs | 16.59g | 85.59g |
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| Carbs | 18.69g | 86.09g |
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| Magnesium | 65mg | 3mg |
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| Calcium | 47mg | 25mg |
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| Potassium | 135mg | 10mg |
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| Iron | 2.1mg | 2.17mg |
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| Fiber | 2.1g | 0.5g |
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| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.081mg |
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| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.41mg |
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| Starch | 16.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 148mg | 32mg |
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| Sodium | 6mg | 10mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.13mg |
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| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.1mg |
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| Selenium | 5.5µg | 7.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.15mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 0.2mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.05mg |
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| Folate | 22µg | 2µg |
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| Choline | 93.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.017g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.008g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.018g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.002mg |
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| Threonine | 0.005mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.007mg |
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| Leucine | 0.013mg |
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| Lysine | 0.011mg |
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| Methionine | 0.002mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.01mg |
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| Valine | 0.008mg |
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| Histidine | 0.005mg |
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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%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cellophane noodles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 58)
Which food is cheaper?
Cellophane noodles is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth grain is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth grain is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth grain contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.017g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth grain is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.