Amaranth vs. Chinook salmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between amaranth and chinook salmon
- Amaranth has more manganese, iron, and copper; however, chinook salmon is richer in selenium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin B2.
- Chinook salmon's daily need coverage for selenium is 75% more.
- Amaranth contains 45 times more manganese than chinook salmon. Amaranth contains 0.854mg of manganese, while chinook salmon contains 0.019mg.
- Amaranth has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of amaranth is 97, while the glycemic index of chinook salmon is 0.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Amaranth grain, cooked and Fish, salmon, chinook, cooked, dry heat.
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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 | +67.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +130.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +181.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +53.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4394.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +87.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +274.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +150.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +750.9% |
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 | +193.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4174.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +308.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +59.1% |
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:
25.72 g
Fats:
13.38 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
65.6 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-116.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +576.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +746.8% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.87µg | 120% | |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 46.8µg | 75% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 10.045mg | 61% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 25.72g | 44% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.019mg | 36% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 371mg | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 28% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.462mg | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.662g | 18% | |
| Fats | 1.58g | 13.38g | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.865mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin A | 149µg | 17% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.214g | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.91mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.742g | 14% | |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 122mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 505mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.053mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.154mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g | 8% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Calories | 102kcal | 231kcal | 6% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4.1mg | 5% | |
| Folate | 22µg | 35µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.56mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.044mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 60mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.288mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.127mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.185mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.09mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.362mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.761mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.004mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.325mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.757mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.727g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.296g | N/A |
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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%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinook salmon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 97)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinook salmon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.214g)
Which food is cheaper?
Amaranth is cheaper (difference - $12)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.