Beer vs. Refried beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between beer and refried beans?
- Beer has less iron, fiber, copper, manganese, phosphorus, selenium, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin C than refried beans.
- Refried beans' daily need coverage for iron is 18% higher.
- Beer contains less sodium.
- Refried beans have a lower glycemic index than beer.
We used Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all and Refried beans, canned, traditional style (includes USDA commodity) types in this comparison.
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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 | -98.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +483.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +625% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1081.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +7100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2480% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +5700% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +557.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3512.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +866.7% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +39.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1420% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +216% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +361% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +123.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +83.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +109.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.46 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
3.55 g
Water:
91.96 g
Other:
4.03 g
Protein:
4.98 g
Fats:
2.01 g
Carbs:
13.55 g
Water:
77.75 g
Other:
1.71 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +135.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +982.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +281.7% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Histidine | 0mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Iron | 0.02mg | 1.44mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 370mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.7g | 15% |
| Copper | 0.005mg | 0.129mg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.289mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 92mg | 11% |
| Protein | 0.46g | 4.98g | 9% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 319mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 5.8µg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 6mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 35mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0.076mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0.58mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.079mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 0.103mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.543g | 4% |
| Starch | 0g | 7.43g | 3% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 29mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 3.55g | 13.55g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.631g | 3% |
| Fats | 0g | 2.01g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.041mg | 0.189mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.601g | 2% |
| Choline | 10.1mg | 21.2mg | 2% |
| Calories | 43kcal | 90kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.1µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.513mg | 0.367mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Folate | 6µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.55g | 9.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.54g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.016g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0mg | 0.231mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0mg | 0.438mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0mg | 0.377mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.169g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g | 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
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10%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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33%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Refried beans is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Refried beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Refried beans is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beer is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.54g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beer contains less Sodium (difference - 366mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beer is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.631g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)