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Beer vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between beer and cayenne pepper

  • Beer contains less vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin B6, fiber, iron, manganese, vitamin C, vitamin B2, vitamin K, and potassium than cayenne pepper.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin A for cayenne pepper is 832% higher.
  • Beer has a higher glycemic index than cayenne pepper.

Food types used in this article are Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne.

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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.
Beer
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 1.2% 2.4% 0.75% 1.7% 0.27% 6% 0.52% 1% 3.3%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 109% 44% 178% 293% 124% 68% 126% 3.9% 261% 48%
Contains less SodiumSodium -86.7%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +2433.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +3600%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +7359.3%
Contains more IronIron +38900%
Contains more CopperCopper +7360%
Contains more ZincZinc +24700%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1992.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +24900%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +1366.7%

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.
Beer
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 1.3% 5.8% 9.6% 2.5% 11% 2.5% 0% 4.5% 5.5%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 255% 694% 597% 0% 82% 212% 163% 0% 565% 0% 201% 80% 28%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +6460%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +3576%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1596.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +5226.1%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +1666.7%
Contains more CholineCholine +409.9%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Beer
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4% 92% 4%
Protein: 0.46 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 3.55 g
Water: 91.96 g
Other: 4.03 g
12% 17% 57% 8% 6%
Protein: 12.01 g
Fats: 17.27 g
Carbs: 56.63 g
Water: 8.05 g
Other: 6.04 g
Contains more WaterWater +1042.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +2510.9%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1495.2%
Contains more OtherOther +49.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Beer Cayenne pepper
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beer Cayenne pepper DV% diff.
Vitamin A 0µg 2081µg 231%
Vitamin E 0mg 29.83mg 199%
Vitamin B6 0.046mg 2.45mg 185%
Fiber 0g 27.2g 109%
Iron 0.02mg 7.8mg 97%
Manganese 0.008mg 2mg 87%
Vitamin C 0mg 76.4mg 85%
Vitamin B2 0.025mg 0.919mg 69%
Vitamin K 0µg 80.3µg 67%
Potassium 27mg 2014mg 58%
Polyunsaturated fat 0g 8.37g 56%
Vitamin B3 0.513mg 8.701mg 51%
Copper 0.005mg 0.373mg 41%
Phosphorus 14mg 293mg 40%
Magnesium 6mg 152mg 35%
Fats 0g 17.27g 27%
Vitamin B1 0.005mg 0.328mg 27%
Folate 6µg 106µg 25%
Protein 0.46g 12.01g 23%
Zinc 0.01mg 2.48mg 22%
Carbs 3.55g 56.63g 18%
Saturated fat 0g 3.26g 15%
Selenium 0.6µg 8.8µg 15%
Calories 43kcal 318kcal 14%
Calcium 4mg 148mg 14%
Choline 10.1mg 51.5mg 8%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 2.75g 7%
Vitamin B12 0.02µg 0µg 1%
Vitamin B5 0.041mg 1%
Sodium 4mg 30mg 1%
Net carbs 3.55g 29.43g N/A
Sugar 0g 10.34g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Beer Cayenne pepper
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
3%
Beer
221%
Cayenne pepper
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Beer
125%
Cayenne pepper

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 72)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beer
Beer is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beer
Beer contains less Sodium (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beer
Beer is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.26g)
Which food is cheaper?
Beer
Beer is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Beer - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168746/nutrients
  2. Cayenne pepper - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170932/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.