Banana vs. Pumpkin seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Banana and Pumpkin seeds
- Banana has more Vitamin B6, while Pumpkin seeds has more Zinc, Copper, Fiber, Magnesium, Iron, Potassium, Phosphorus, and Manganese.
- Pumpkin seeds covers your daily need of Zinc 92% more than Banana.
- Banana contains 10 times more Vitamin B6 than Pumpkin seeds. While Banana contains 0.367mg of Vitamin B6, Pumpkin seeds contain only 0.037mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Banana is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Bananas, raw and Seeds, pumpkin and squash seeds, whole, roasted, without salt.
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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 | -94.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +870.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1000% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +156.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1173.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +784.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +6766.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +318.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +83.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +2800% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +132.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +496.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +891.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +122.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.09 g
Fats:
0.33 g
Carbs:
22.84 g
Water:
74.91 g
Other:
0.83 g
Protein:
18.55 g
Fats:
19.4 g
Carbs:
53.75 g
Water:
4.5 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1564.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1601.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5778.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +135.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +357.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.112 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.073 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.67 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.844 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -96.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +18750% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12015.1% |
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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| Calories | 89kcal | 446kcal |
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| Protein | 1.09g | 18.55g |
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| Fats | 0.33g | 19.4g |
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| Vitamin C | 8.7mg | 0.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 20.24g | 35.35g |
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| Carbs | 22.84g | 53.75g |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 262mg |
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| Calcium | 5mg | 55mg |
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| Potassium | 358mg | 919mg |
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| Iron | 0.26mg | 3.31mg |
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| Sugar | 12.23g |
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| Fiber | 2.6g | 18.4g |
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| Copper | 0.078mg | 0.69mg |
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| Zinc | 0.15mg | 10.3mg |
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| Starch | 5.38g |
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| Phosphorus | 22mg | 92mg |
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| Sodium | 1mg | 18mg |
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| Vitamin A | 64IU | 62IU |
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| Vitamin A | 3µg | 3µg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg |
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| Manganese | 0.27mg | 0.496mg |
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| Selenium | 1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.034mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.073mg | 0.052mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.665mg | 0.286mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.334mg | 0.056mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.367mg | 0.037mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.5µg |
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| Folate | 20µg | 9µg |
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| Choline | 9.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.112g | 3.67g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.032g | 6.032g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.073g | 8.844g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0.326mg |
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| Threonine | 0.028mg | 0.683mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.028mg | 0.956mg |
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| Leucine | 0.068mg | 1.572mg |
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| Lysine | 0.05mg | 1.386mg |
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| Methionine | 0.008mg | 0.417mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.049mg | 0.924mg |
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| Valine | 0.047mg | 1.491mg |
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| Histidine | 0.077mg | 0.515mg |
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| Fructose | 4.85g |
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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
15%
4%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
103%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pumpkin seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pumpkin seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Banana contains less Sodium (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Banana is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.558g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Banana is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is cheaper?
Banana is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Banana is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)