Amaranth vs. Edible mushroom — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between amaranth and edible mushroom
- Amaranth has more manganese, iron, magnesium, and phosphorus; however, edible mushroom is richer in vitamin B2, vitamin B3, copper, selenium, vitamin B1, and potassium.
- Amaranth's daily need coverage for manganese is 35% more.
- Amaranth contains 7 times more magnesium than edible mushroom. Amaranth contains 65mg of magnesium, while edible mushroom contains 9mg.
- Amaranth has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of amaranth is 97, while the glycemic index of edible mushroom is 32.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Amaranth grain, cooked and Mushrooms, white, raw.
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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 | +1466.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +320% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +65.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +72.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1717% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +135.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +113.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +69.1% |
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 | +1800% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +29.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +440% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1727.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1434.9% |
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:
3.09 g
Fats:
0.34 g
Carbs:
3.26 g
Water:
92.45 g
Other:
0.86 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +364.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +473.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
16.23 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.48 g
Fructose:
0.17 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.047mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.497mg | 30% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.402mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 3.607mg | 21% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.5mg | 20% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.318mg | 19% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 9mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 86mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 9.3µg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 0g | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.081mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 3.26g | 5% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 318mg | 5% |
| Calories | 102kcal | 22kcal | 4% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 3mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 1g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.52mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 2% | |
| Fats | 1.58g | 0.34g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.16g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.104mg | 1% |
| Folate | 22µg | 17µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Protein | 3.8g | 3.09g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 2.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.98g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.035mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.12mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.085mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.232mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.057mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 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
5%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Edible mushroom contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edible mushroom is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is cheaper?
Edible mushroom is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edible mushroom is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.98g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.05g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals