Black gram vs. Sunflower seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between black gram and sunflower seeds
- The amount of vitamin E, copper, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, selenium, phosphorus, manganese, magnesium, iron, and vitamin B3 in sunflower seeds is higher than in black gram.
- Sunflower seeds cover your daily vitamin E needs 233% more than black gram.
- Black gram has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of black gram is 43, while the glycemic index of sunflower seeds is 20.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Mungo beans, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt and Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried.
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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 | -22.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +415.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +47.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +179.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +200% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1195% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +502.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +323.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +373.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2020% |
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 KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +23346.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +886.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +373.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +455.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +161% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2219% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +141.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +86.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.54 g
Fats:
0.55 g
Carbs:
18.34 g
Water:
72.51 g
Other:
1.06 g
Protein:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1433% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +175.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9256.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +185.8% |
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Carbs
~20g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.038 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.029 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.359 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.455 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.137 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +63789.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6344.8% |
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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| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 35.17mg | 233% |
| Copper | 0.139mg | 1.8mg | 185% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.359g | 23.137g | 152% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 1.48mg | 111% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 1.345mg | 99% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 53µg | 92% |
| Fats | 0.55g | 51.46g | 78% |
| Phosphorus | 156mg | 660mg | 72% |
| Manganese | 0.412mg | 1.95mg | 67% |
| Magnesium | 63mg | 325mg | 62% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.029g | 18.528g | 46% |
| Iron | 1.75mg | 5.25mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.5mg | 8.335mg | 43% |
| Zinc | 0.83mg | 5mg | 38% |
| Folate | 94µg | 227µg | 33% |
| Protein | 7.54g | 20.78g | 26% |
| Calories | 105kcal | 584kcal | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.075mg | 0.355mg | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 0.038g | 4.455g | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.433mg | 1.13mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 231mg | 645mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 6.4g | 8.6g | 9% |
| Choline | 29.6mg | 55.1mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 78mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.7µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 18.34g | 20g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 11.94g | 11.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.01g | 2.62g | N/A |
| Sodium | 7mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.078mg | 0.348mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.262mg | 0.928mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.385mg | 1.139mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.625mg | 1.659mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.5mg | 0.937mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0.494mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.44mg | 1.169mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.423mg | 1.315mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.211mg | 0.632mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.014g | N/A |
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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
17%
146%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
207%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sunflower seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Black gram is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.61g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Black gram contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Black gram is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.417g)
Which food is cheaper?
Black gram is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)