Amaranth vs. Limburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between amaranth and Limburger?
- Amaranth is richer in manganese, iron, copper, and magnesium, yet Limburger is richer in calcium, vitamin B2, phosphorus, selenium, and zinc.
- Limburger's daily need coverage for calcium is 45% higher.
- Amaranth has 22 times more manganese than Limburger. Amaranth has 0.854mg of manganese, while Limburger has 0.038mg.
- Amaranth contains less sodium.
- Limburger has a lower glycemic index than amaranth.
We used Amaranth grain, cooked and Cheese, limburger types in this comparison.
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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 | +209.5% |
Contains more IronIron | +1515.4% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +609.5% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2147.4% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +957.4% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +144.2% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +165.5% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +163.6% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +48.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +31.4% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +21.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +433.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2186.4% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +163.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3714.3% |
Contains more WaterWater | +55.2% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +427.6% |
Contains more FatsFats | +1624.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +392.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Saturated fat | 16.746g | 76% | |
Calcium | 47mg | 497mg | 45% |
Vitamin B12 | 1.04µg | 43% | |
Fats | 1.58g | 27.25g | 39% |
Vitamin A | 340µg | 38% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.503mg | 37% |
Phosphorus | 148mg | 393mg | 35% |
Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.038mg | 35% |
Sodium | 6mg | 800mg | 35% |
Protein | 3.8g | 20.05g | 33% |
Cholesterol | 90mg | 30% | |
Iron | 2.1mg | 0.13mg | 25% |
Vitamin B5 | 1.177mg | 24% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 8.606g | 22% | |
Selenium | 5.5µg | 14.5µg | 16% |
Copper | 0.149mg | 0.021mg | 14% |
Calories | 102kcal | 327kcal | 11% |
Zinc | 0.86mg | 2.1mg | 11% |
Magnesium | 65mg | 21mg | 10% |
Folate | 22µg | 58µg | 9% |
Fiber | 2.1g | 0g | 8% |
Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
Carbs | 18.69g | 0.49g | 6% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.08mg | 5% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.495g | 3% | |
Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.086mg | 2% |
Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
Net carbs | 16.59g | 0.49g | N/A |
Potassium | 135mg | 128mg | 0% |
Sugar | 0.49g | N/A | |
Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.23mg | 0% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 0.158mg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.289mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.739mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 1.219mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 2.093mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 1.675mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.619mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 1.116mg | 0% | |
Valine | 1.439mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.578mg | 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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42%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%

60%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Limburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Limburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 90mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.49g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 794mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.746g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)
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.