Amaranth vs. Soybean raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between amaranth and soybean raw
- The amount of iron, copper, folate, phosphorus, manganese, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, magnesium, potassium, and zinc in soybean raw is higher than in amaranth.
- Soybean raw covers your daily iron needs 170% more than amaranth.
- Amaranth has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of amaranth is 97, while the glycemic index of soybean raw is 14.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Amaranth grain, cooked and Soybeans, mature seeds, 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 | +330.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +489.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1231.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +647.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1012.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +468.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +375.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +194.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +223.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +347.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +5726.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +3854.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +590.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +233.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1604.5% |
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:
36.49 g
Fats:
19.94 g
Carbs:
30.16 g
Water:
8.54 g
Other:
4.87 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +780.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +860.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1162% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +61.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +532.5% |
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 minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 2.1mg | 15.7mg | 170% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 1.658mg | 168% |
| Folate | 22µg | 375µg | 88% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 704mg | 79% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 11.255g | 75% | |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 2.517mg | 72% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.874mg | 72% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.87mg | 65% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 36.49g | 65% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 280mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 1797mg | 49% |
| Vitamin K | 47µg | 39% | |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 4.89mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 9.3g | 29% |
| Fats | 1.58g | 19.94g | 28% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 277mg | 23% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 17.8µg | 22% |
| Choline | 115.9mg | 21% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.377mg | 20% |
| Calories | 102kcal | 446kcal | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.793mg | 16% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.884g | 13% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.404g | 11% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 1.623mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% | |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.85mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 30.16g | 4% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 20.86g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.33g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.591mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.766mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.971mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 3.309mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.706mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.547mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 2.122mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 2.029mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.097mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
83%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
244%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Soybean raw contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Soybean raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 83)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Soybean raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Soybean raw 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 - 7.33g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.884g)
Which food is cheaper?
Amaranth is cheaper (difference - $0.4)