Beer vs. Wheat gluten — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between beer and wheat gluten
- Beer has less selenium, iron, phosphorus, copper, calcium, zinc, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Wheat gluten covers your daily selenium needs 71% more than beer.
- The glycemic index of beer is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all and Vital wheat gluten.
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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 | -86.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +316.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3450% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +270.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25900% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3540% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +8400% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1757.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6516.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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:
75.16 g
Fats:
1.85 g
Carbs:
13.79 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1021.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +303% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16239.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +288.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 0.46g | 75.16g | 149% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 39.7µg | 71% |
| Iron | 0.02mg | 5.2mg | 65% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 260mg | 35% |
| Copper | 0.005mg | 0.182mg | 20% |
| Calories | 43kcal | 370kcal | 16% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 142mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0.85mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.81g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 25mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.513mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 3.55g | 13.79g | 3% |
| Fats | 0g | 1.85g | 3% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 100mg | 2% |
| Choline | 10.1mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 6µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.041mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.272g | 1% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.55g | 13.19g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.156g | 0% |
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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0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
68%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wheat gluten is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wheat gluten is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beer contains less Sodium (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beer is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.272g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beer is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)