Amaranth vs. Neufchâtel cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between amaranth and neufchâtel cheese
- Amaranth has more manganese, iron, copper, magnesium, fiber, and vitamin B6, while neufchâtel cheese has more vitamin B2 and calcium.
- Amaranth covers your daily need for manganese, 37% more than neufchâtel cheese.
- The amount of sodium in amaranth is lower.
- Neufchâtel cheese has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of neufchâtel cheese is 27, while the glycemic index of amaranth is 97.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Amaranth grain, cooked and Cheese, neufchatel.
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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 | +550% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1515.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +451.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7663.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +83.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +148.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.6% |
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 | +11.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +175.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +57.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +110.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +46.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +604.5% |
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:
9.15 g
Fats:
22.78 g
Carbs:
3.59 g
Water:
63.11 g
Other:
1.37 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +420.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +140.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1341.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +77.9% |
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:
0.5 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
3.19 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +3146% |
| 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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 12.79g | 58% | |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.011mg | 37% |
| Fats | 1.58g | 22.78g | 33% |
| Vitamin A | 241µg | 27% | |
| Cholesterol | 74mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.13mg | 25% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.027mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 334mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.784g | 14% | |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 10mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.575mg | 12% | |
| Protein | 3.8g | 9.15g | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.155mg | 10% |
| Calories | 102kcal | 253kcal | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g | 8% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 117mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 0.5g | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.97g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.041mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 3µg | 5% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 3.59g | 5% |
| Folate | 22µg | 14µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.4mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 138mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 152mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 3.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.19g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.82mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 0.21mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.106mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.359mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.501mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.013mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.875mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.294mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.448mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.609mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.27mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.117g | 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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18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Neufchâtel cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Neufchâtel cheese is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Neufchâtel cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 74mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.19g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 328mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.79g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals