Amaranth vs. Cherry pie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between amaranth and cherry pie
- Amaranth has more manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, vitamin B6, and zinc, while cherry pie has more vitamin B1, vitamin B2, and vitamin B3.
- Amaranth's daily need coverage for manganese is 28% higher.
- Cherry pie contains 7 times less magnesium than amaranth. Amaranth contains 65mg of magnesium, while cherry pie contains 9mg.
- The amount of sodium in amaranth is lower.
- Cherry pie has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of cherry pie is 59, while the glycemic index of amaranth is 97.
The food types used in this comparison are Amaranth grain, cooked and Pie, cherry, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +622.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +370% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +75.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +13.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +93.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +330% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +393.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +327% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +41.8% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +232.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +886.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +468.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +443% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +22.7% |
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:
2.8 g
Fats:
12.2 g
Carbs:
38.5 g
Water:
45.8 g
Other:
0.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +35.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +64.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +672.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +106% |
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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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| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.2mg | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.247g | 22% | |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 30mg | 17% |
| Fats | 1.58g | 12.2g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.985g | 14% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.314g | 13% | |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 9mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.148mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.125mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 191mg | 8% |
| Calories | 102kcal | 270kcal | 8% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.077mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 8% | |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 38.5g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 1.276mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.2mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.034mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 7.8µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 10mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 29µg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 1.85mg | 3% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 2.8g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.123mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 135mg | 77mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% | |
| Folate | 22µg | 27µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 38.5g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.072mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.17mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.043mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.124mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.104mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.057mg | 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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11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
22%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cherry pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is cheaper?
Cherry pie is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cherry pie is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 185mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.985g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)