Barbecue chicken vs. Amaranth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between barbecue chicken and amaranth
- Barbecue chicken has more vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and zinc, while amaranth has more manganese, iron, magnesium, and fiber.
- Amaranth covers your daily need for manganese, 37% more than barbecue chicken.
- Barbecue chicken contains 56 times more sodium than amaranth. While barbecue chicken contains 335mg of sodium, amaranth contains only 6mg.
- Barbecue chicken has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of barbecue chicken is 10, while the glycemic index of amaranth is 97.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, thigh meat and skin and Amaranth grain, cooked.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +88.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +107% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +47.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +300% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +209.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +193.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +121.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +93.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +16980% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +142.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +931.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2339.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +69% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +175% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.51 g
Fats:
15.08 g
Carbs:
0.12 g
Water:
61.41 g
Other:
0.88 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +492.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +854.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15475% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.04 g
Glucose:
0.04 g
Fructose:
0.04 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.23 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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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 price |
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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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| Cholesterol | 127mg | 42% | |
| Protein | 22.51g | 3.8g | 37% |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.854mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.732mg | 0.235mg | 34% |
| Selenium | 22µg | 5.5µg | 30% |
| Fats | 15.08g | 1.58g | 21% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.47µg | 20% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.927g | 18% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.446g | 16% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.022mg | 16% |
| Iron | 0.95mg | 2.1mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 335mg | 6mg | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.038g | 14% | |
| Choline | 62.9mg | 11% | |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 65mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 218mg | 148mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.1g | 8% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.149mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.78mg | 0.86mg | 8% |
| Starch | 0g | 16.23g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.191mg | 0.113mg | 6% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 102kcal | 6% |
| Carbs | 0.12g | 18.69g | 6% |
| Folate | 8µg | 22µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 255mg | 135mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.015mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.152mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 16mg | 47mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.19mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 0.12g | 16.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.12g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.853mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.549mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.75mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.565mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.69mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.935mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
41%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barbecue chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 87)
Which food is cheaper?
Barbecue chicken is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Barbecue chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 329mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.927g)
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.