Amaranth vs. Brunost — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between amaranth and brunost
- Amaranth has more manganese and iron, while brunost has more vitamin B2, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, vitamin B1, selenium, and vitamin B6.
- Brunost covers your daily need for vitamin B2, 105% more than amaranth.
- Amaranth contains 21 times more manganese than brunost. While amaranth contains 0.854mg of manganese, brunost contains only 0.04mg.
- The amount of sodium in amaranth is lower.
- Brunost has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of brunost is 27, while the glycemic index of amaranth is 97.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Amaranth grain, cooked and Cheese, gjetost.
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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 IronIron | +303.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +86.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2035% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +751.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +943.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +32.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +200% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +163.6% |
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 FolateFolate | +340% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +6181.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +246% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +139.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +459.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +153.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1767.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +128.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +516.9% |
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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| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 1.382mg | 105% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.42µg | 101% | |
| Saturated fat | 19.16g | 87% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 3.351mg | 67% | |
| Fats | 1.58g | 29.51g | 43% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 444mg | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 334µg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 135mg | 1409mg | 37% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 400mg | 35% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.04mg | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 600mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.315mg | 25% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.879g | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.52mg | 20% |
| Calories | 102kcal | 466kcal | 18% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 14.5µg | 16% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 9.65g | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.271mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.08mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g | 8% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 42.65g | 8% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.938g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 0.813mg | 4% |
| Folate | 22µg | 5µg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 1.14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 70mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 42.65g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.393mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.519mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.992mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.814mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.318mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.54mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.765mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.293mg | 0% |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brunost is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brunost is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brunost is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 94mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 594mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 19.16g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)