Amaranth grain vs. White Bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Amaranth grain and White Bread
- Amaranth grain has more Manganese, and Magnesium, while White Bread has more Vitamin B1, Selenium, Vitamin B3, Folate, Iron, Vitamin B2, and Calcium.
- White Bread's daily need coverage for Vitamin B1 is 43% higher.
- White Bread contains 3 times less Magnesium than Amaranth grain. Amaranth grain contains 65mg of Magnesium, while White Bread contains 23mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Amaranth grain is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Amaranth grain, cooked and Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs).
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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 | +182.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +47.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +51% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +59.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +206.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +71.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +300% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +29.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +15.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3453.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1004.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1934% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +404.5% |
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:
8.85 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
49.42 g
Water:
36.42 g
Other:
1.98 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +106.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +132.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +110.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +164.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +157.1% |
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:
37.17 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.57 g
Fructose:
2.43 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.67 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +129% |
| 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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 102kcal | 266kcal |
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| Protein | 3.8g | 8.85g |
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| Fats | 1.58g | 3.33g |
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| Net carbs | 16.59g | 46.72g |
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| Carbs | 18.69g | 49.42g |
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| Magnesium | 65mg | 23mg |
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| Calcium | 47mg | 144mg |
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| Potassium | 135mg | 126mg |
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| Iron | 2.1mg | 3.61mg |
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| Sugar | 5.67g |
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| Fiber | 2.1g | 2.7g |
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| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.101mg |
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| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.74mg |
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| Starch | 16.23g | 37.17g |
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| Phosphorus | 148mg | 98mg |
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| Sodium | 6mg | 490mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.22mg |
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| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.536mg |
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| Selenium | 5.5µg | 22µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.533mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.243mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 4.78mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.087mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.2µg |
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| Folate | 22µg | 111µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.027g |
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| Choline | 14.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.698g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.599g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.602g |
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| Fructose | 2.43g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
White Bread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
White Bread is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
White Bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth grain is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth grain is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.67g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth grain contains less Sodium (difference - 484mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.698g)
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.