Biscuit vs. Pumpkin seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are biscuits and pumpkin seeds different?
- Biscuits are higher in vitamin B1, vitamin B2, calcium, and vitamin B3; however, pumpkin seeds are richer in zinc, fiber, copper, magnesium, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for zinc for pumpkin seeds is 89% higher.
- Biscuits contain 32 times more sodium than pumpkin seeds. While biscuits contain 580mg of sodium, pumpkin seeds contain only 18mg.
Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Seeds, pumpkin and squash seeds, whole, roasted, without salt are the varieties used in this article.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +327.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +78.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1355.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +659.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +741.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1807.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +31.2% |
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 | +947.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +496.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +931.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +408.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +577.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
Protein:
18.55 g
Fats:
19.4 g
Carbs:
53.75 g
Water:
4.5 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +542.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +165% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +19% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.67 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.844 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +14.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -15.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +112.4% |
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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| Zinc | 0.54mg | 10.3mg | 89% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.69mg | 68% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 18.4g | 68% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 262mg | 58% |
| Selenium | 19.5µg | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 8.844g | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.034mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 18mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 919mg | 23% |
| Protein | 7g | 18.55g | 23% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.052mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 55mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 0.286mg | 17% |
| Folate | 61µg | 9µg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 164mg | 92mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.378mg | 0.496mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 0.056mg | 5% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 446kcal | 5% |
| Fats | 16.3g | 19.4g | 5% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 3.31mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 44.6g | 53.75g | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 4.324g | 3.67g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.93g | 6.032g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.1g | 35.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.18g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0.326mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0.683mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0.956mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 1.572mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 1.386mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0.417mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0.924mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 1.491mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 0.515mg | 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
23%
4%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
103%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pumpkin seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pumpkin seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 562mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pumpkin seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.654g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is cheaper?
Biscuit is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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