Amaranth vs. Hummus — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between amaranth and hummus
- Amaranth has more selenium; however, hummus is richer in copper, fiber, folate, vitamin B1, zinc, and vitamin B6.
- Hummus covers your daily copper needs 42% more than amaranth.
- Hummus has 2 times less selenium than amaranth. Amaranth has 5.5µg of selenium, while hummus has 2.6µg.
- Amaranth contains less sodium.
- Amaranth has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of amaranth is 97, while the glycemic index of hummus is 6.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Amaranth grain, cooked and Hummus, commercial.
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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 | +23.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +111.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +68.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +253.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +112.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.9% |
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 | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +190.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +147.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +77% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +277.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +107.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +507.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +110.4% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.527mg | 42% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.613g | 24% | |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 6g | 16% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 379mg | 16% |
| Folate | 22µg | 83µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.18mg | 14% |
| Fats | 1.58g | 9.6g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.039g | 10% | |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 1.83mg | 9% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 7.9g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.437g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.2mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 2.6µg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.773mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 176mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 2.44mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 228mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.064mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 102kcal | 166kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 0.582mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 47mg | 38mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 71mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 14.29g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 8.29g | N/A |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hummus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 91)
Which food is cheaper?
Hummus is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hummus is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hummus 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 - 373mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.437g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)