Amaranth vs. Pistachio — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between amaranth and pistachios
- The amount of copper, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, phosphorus, fiber, potassium, iron, vitamin E, manganese, and magnesium in pistachios is higher than in amaranth.
- Pistachios cover your daily need for copper, 128% more than amaranth.
- Pistachios have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of pistachios is 28, while the glycemic index of amaranth is 97.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Amaranth grain, cooked and Nuts, pistachio nuts, 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 | +86.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +123.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +659.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +86.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +772.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +155.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +231.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +27.3% |
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 | +1405.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +5700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +627.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +453.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1404.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +131.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +1619.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +430.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2768.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +287% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more StarchStarch | +871.9% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.149mg | 1.3mg | 128% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 1.7mg | 122% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 14.38g | 96% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.87mg | 71% |
| Fats | 1.58g | 45.32g | 67% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 23.257g | 58% | |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 490mg | 49% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 10.6g | 34% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 20.16g | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 5.907g | 27% | |
| Potassium | 135mg | 1025mg | 26% |
| Calories | 102kcal | 560kcal | 23% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 3.92mg | 23% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 2.86mg | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 1.2mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 121mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 2.2mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.16mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.52mg | 10% | |
| Folate | 22µg | 51µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 1.3mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 1.67g | 6% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 105mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 7µg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 26µg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 27.17g | 3% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 16.57g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.66g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.251mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.684mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.917mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.604mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.138mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.36mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.092mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.249mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.512mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.091g | 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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125%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pistachio contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pistachio is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
Which food is cheaper?
Pistachio is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pistachio is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pistachio 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 - 7.66g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.907g)