Béchamel sauce vs. Chestnut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between béchamel sauce and chestnut?
- Béchamel sauce is richer in vitamin B12, yet chestnut is richer in copper, manganese, vitamin C, iron, potassium, vitamin B6, and magnesium.
- Chestnut's daily need coverage for copper is 51% higher.
- Chestnut contains less sodium.
We used Sauce, homemade, white, thin and Nuts, chestnuts, european, boiled and steamed 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 more CalciumCalcium | +173.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +68% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +260% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +338.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +723.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3530.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3458.3% |
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 AVitamin A | +7200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +76.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +3237.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +169.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +180.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +468.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +322.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.77 g
Fats:
6.73 g
Carbs:
7.4 g
Water:
80.66 g
Other:
1.44 g
Protein:
2 g
Fats:
1.38 g
Carbs:
27.76 g
Water:
68.15 g
Other:
0.71 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +88.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +387.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +102.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +275.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.152 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.586 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.476 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.545 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +460.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +191% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.013mg | 0.472mg | 51% |
| Manganese | 0.024mg | 0.854mg | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 26.7mg | 29% |
| Iron | 0.21mg | 1.73mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 163mg | 715mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.233mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Sodium | 328mg | 27mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 54mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.152g | 0.26g | 9% |
| Calcium | 126mg | 46mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.148mg | 8% |
| Fats | 6.73g | 1.38g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 73µg | 1µg | 8% |
| Folate | 9µg | 38µg | 7% |
| Carbs | 7.4g | 27.76g | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.586g | 0.545g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.184mg | 0.104mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.2µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Selenium | 3.3µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 49IU | 0IU | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.67g | 0.476g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.77g | 2g | 4% |
| Choline | 14.1mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.261mg | 0.731mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 0.25mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 105kcal | 131kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 7.3g | 27.76g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.78g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Phosphorus | 101mg | 99mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.339mg | 0.316mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.046mg | 0.022mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.147mg | 0.071mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.198mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.32mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.259mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.082mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.157mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.219mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.089mg | 0.055mg | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chestnut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chestnut is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.78g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chestnut contains less Sodium (difference - 301mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chestnut is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.892g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Béchamel sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Béchamel sauce is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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