Beans vs. Baked beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between beans and baked beans
- Beans are richer in zinc and copper, yet baked beans are richer in iron, folate, and monounsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for iron for baked beans is 21% higher.
- Beans contain 2 times more zinc than baked beans. Beans contain 1.4mg of zinc, while baked beans contain 0.73mg.
- Beans contain less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Beans, baked, canned, no salt added and Beans, baked, home prepared.
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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 CopperCopper | +29.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +91.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +34.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +22% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +20.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +586.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +26.7% |
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 | +181.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +44.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.8 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
20.49 g
Water:
72.6 g
Other:
1.71 g
Protein:
5.54 g
Fats:
5.15 g
Carbs:
21.63 g
Water:
65.17 g
Other:
2.51 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1187.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +46.8% |
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Carbs
~21.63g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.103 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.035 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.172 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.948 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.133 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.74 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5994.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +330.2% |
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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| Iron | 0.29mg | 1.99mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 422mg | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.255mg | 11% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.103g | 1.948g | 8% |
| Fats | 0.4g | 5.15g | 7% |
| Choline | 30.8mg | 6% | |
| Folate | 24µg | 48µg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.4mg | 0.73mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.035g | 2.133g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.206mg | 0.159mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.172g | 0.74g | 4% |
| Calories | 105kcal | 155kcal | 3% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 43mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.09mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.155mg | 3% | |
| Selenium | 4.5µg | 5.7µg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 296mg | 358mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 3.1mg | 1.1mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 61mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.8µg | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 104mg | 109mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.049mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 0.136mg | 1% |
| Protein | 4.8g | 5.54g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 20.49g | 21.63g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 14.99g | 16.13g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.78g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 5.5g | 5.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.43mg | 0.408mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.428mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.379mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.086mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.282mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.153mg | 0% |
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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
11%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
25%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Beans is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beans contains less Sodium (difference - 421mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beans is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.845g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is cheaper?
Beans is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beans is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Baked beans is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.78g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Baked beans is relatively richer in minerals