Amaranth vs. Ravioli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between amaranth and ravioli
- Amaranth has more manganese, iron, phosphorus, and magnesium, while ravioli has more vitamin B3.
- Amaranth's daily need coverage for manganese is 29% higher.
- Ravioli contains 4 times less magnesium than amaranth. Amaranth contains 65mg of magnesium, while ravioli contains 15mg.
- The amount of sodium in amaranth is lower.
- Ravioli has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of ravioli is 39, while the glycemic index of amaranth is 97.
The food types used in this comparison are Amaranth grain, cooked and Ravioli, cheese-filled, canned.
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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 | +333.3% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +42.4% |
Contains more IronIron | +183.8% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +138.9% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +196% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -98% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +385.2% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +57.1% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71.9% |
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 | +347.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +393.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +263.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +351.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.2% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +37% |
Contains more OtherOther | +97.4% |
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Fats
~1.45g
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Water
~80.91g
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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Rich in minerals |
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Lower in price | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.176mg | 29% |
Iron | 2.1mg | 0.74mg | 17% |
Phosphorus | 148mg | 50mg | 14% |
Sodium | 6mg | 306mg | 13% |
Magnesium | 65mg | 15mg | 12% |
Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.074mg | 5% |
Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.36mg | 5% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.272mg | 5% | |
Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 1.06mg | 5% |
Selenium | 5.5µg | 3.5µg | 4% |
Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.85mg | 4% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.08mg | 4% |
Fiber | 2.1g | 1.3g | 3% |
Potassium | 135mg | 232mg | 3% |
Protein | 3.8g | 2.48g | 3% |
Saturated fat | 0.723g | 3% | |
Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
Choline | 9.5mg | 2% | |
Carbs | 18.69g | 13.64g | 2% |
Folate | 22µg | 20µg | 1% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.102mg | 1% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.418g | 1% | |
Vitamin B12 | 0.03µg | 1% | |
Calories | 102kcal | 77kcal | 1% |
Vitamin A | 10µg | 1% | |
Copper | 0.149mg | 0.142mg | 1% |
Calcium | 47mg | 33mg | 1% |
Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.182g | 1% | |
Fats | 1.58g | 1.45g | 0% |
Net carbs | 16.59g | 12.34g | N/A |
Sugar | 3.72g | 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
5%

11%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%

23%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Ravioli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 58)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Ravioli 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 - 3.72g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 300mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.723g)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)