Arborio rice vs. Pistachio — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between arborio rice and pistachios
- Arborio rice contains less copper, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B1, manganese, iron, potassium, magnesium, and zinc than pistachios.
- Daily need coverage for copper for pistachios is 136% higher.
- Arborio rice is lower in saturated fat.
- Arborio rice has a higher glycemic index than pistachios.
Food types used in this article are Rice, white, short-grain, enriched, 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 less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1412.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +10400% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3842.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +168.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1705.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +450% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1384.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +236.1% |
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 | +14.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +15.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +430.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +31% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2781.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.36 g
Fats:
0.19 g
Carbs:
28.73 g
Water:
68.53 g
Other:
0.19 g
Protein:
20.16 g
Fats:
45.32 g
Carbs:
27.17 g
Water:
4.37 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1468.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +754.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +23752.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1468.4% |
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Carbs
~27.17g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.051 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.058 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.907 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
23.257 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.38 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +39998.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +28660% |
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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| Copper | 0.072mg | 1.3mg | 136% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.059mg | 1.7mg | 126% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 14.38g | 96% |
| Fats | 0.19g | 45.32g | 69% |
| Phosphorus | 33mg | 490mg | 65% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.164mg | 0.87mg | 59% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.058g | 23.257g | 58% |
| Fiber | 10.6g | 42% | |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 1.2mg | 37% |
| Protein | 2.36g | 20.16g | 36% |
| Iron | 1.46mg | 3.92mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 26mg | 1025mg | 29% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 121mg | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 0.051g | 5.907g | 27% |
| Calories | 130kcal | 560kcal | 22% |
| Vitamin E | 2.86mg | 19% | |
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 2.2mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.016mg | 0.16mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 105mg | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.6mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 26µg | 3% |
| Folate | 59µg | 51µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 0.52mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 7.5µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.493mg | 1.3mg | 1% |
| Starch | 1.67g | 1% | |
| Carbs | 28.73g | 27.17g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.73g | 16.57g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.66g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 0mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.251mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0.684mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.102mg | 0.917mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.195mg | 1.604mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.085mg | 1.138mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.056mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.126mg | 1.092mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.144mg | 1.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.512mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.091g | N/A |
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
12%
63%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
125%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pistachio is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pistachio is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pistachio is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arborio rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.66g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arborio rice contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arborio rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.856g)
Which food is cheaper?
Arborio rice is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)