Amaranth vs. Nachos — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between amaranth and nachos
- Amaranth has more manganese, iron, and copper; however, nachos are richer in vitamin E, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and potassium.
- Amaranth covers your daily manganese needs 29% more than nachos.
- Nachos have 3 times less iron than amaranth. Amaranth has 2.1mg of iron, while nachos have 0.75mg.
- Amaranth contains less sodium.
- Amaranth has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of amaranth is 97, while the glycemic index of nachos is 75.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Amaranth grain, cooked and Fast foods, nachos, with cheese.
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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 | +54.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +180% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +132.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +356.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +34% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +168.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +33.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +56.4% |
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 FolateFolate | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2047.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +720% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +504.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +168.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +90.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +101% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1260.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +86.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +142.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more StarchStarch | +74.6% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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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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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Monounsaturated fat | 14.02g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.04g | 34% | |
| Fats | 1.58g | 21.5g | 31% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.187mg | 29% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 4.08mg | 26% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.75mg | 17% |
| Vitamin K | 19.3µg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 313mg | 13% |
| Calories | 102kcal | 343kcal | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.173g | 10% | |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.064mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.133mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.123mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.215mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 8% | |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 198mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 362mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 8.6µg | 6% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 28.33g | 5% |
| Choline | 26.4mg | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 42mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 34.91g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 3.2g | 4% |
| Folate | 22µg | 10µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 0.63mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 63mg | 2% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 4.32g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 31.71g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.17g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.86mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.058g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.156mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.521mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.156mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.094mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.229mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.25mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.617g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nachos is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is cheaper?
Nachos is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nachos is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.17g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 307mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.173g)
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.