Amaranth vs. Corned beef — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are amaranth and corned beef different?
- Amaranth is higher in manganese, magnesium, and fiber; however, corned beef is richer in selenium, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for corned beef is 50% higher.
- Amaranth has less sodium.
- Corned beef has a lower glycemic index (0) than amaranth (97).
Amaranth grain, cooked and Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +441.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +487.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +12.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3781.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +432.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +496.4% |
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 | +18.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +73.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +672.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1189.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +103.5% |
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:
18.17 g
Fats:
18.98 g
Carbs:
0.47 g
Water:
59.79 g
Other:
2.59 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3876.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +378.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1101.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +236.4% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 68% | |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 32.8µg | 50% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 973mg | 42% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.022mg | 36% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 4.58mg | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 98mg | 33% | |
| Protein | 3.8g | 18.17g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 6.34g | 29% | |
| Fats | 1.58g | 18.98g | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.22g | 23% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 3.03mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 12mg | 13% |
| Choline | 69.2mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.17mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.23mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.42mg | 8% | |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Calories | 102kcal | 251kcal | 7% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 0.47g | 6% |
| Folate | 22µg | 6µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 8mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.67g | 4% | |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 125mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 1.86mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.026mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.154mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 0.47g | N/A |
| Potassium | 135mg | 145mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.16mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.119mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.726mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.827mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.445mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.536mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.473mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.718mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.901mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.58mg | 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
5%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 97)
Which food is cheaper?
Corned beef is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corned beef is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 98mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 967mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.34g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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