Caper vs. Tamarind — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between caper and tamarind?
- Caper is richer in copper and vitamin K, yet tamarind is richer in vitamin B1, potassium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, vitamin B3, and fiber.
- Caper's daily need coverage for sodium is 101% higher.
- Caper has 9 times more vitamin K than tamarind. Caper has 24.6µg of vitamin K, while tamarind has 2.8µg.
- Tamarind contains less sodium.
We used Capers, canned and Tamarinds, raw 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 CopperCopper | +334.9% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +220% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +178.8% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +85% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1470% |
Contains more IronIron | +67.7% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1030% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +22.9% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +250% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +780% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +778.6% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +64.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2277.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +197.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +429.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +187% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +32.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more FatsFats | +43.3% |
Contains more WaterWater | +167% |
Contains more OtherOther | +197.8% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.6% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1178.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -14.3% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +415.3% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +187.3% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Sodium | 2348mg | 28mg | 101% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.018mg | 0.428mg | 34% |
Copper | 0.374mg | 0.086mg | 32% |
Carbs | 4.89g | 62.5g | 19% |
Vitamin K | 24.6µg | 2.8µg | 18% |
Potassium | 40mg | 628mg | 17% |
Phosphorus | 10mg | 113mg | 15% |
Magnesium | 33mg | 92mg | 14% |
Iron | 1.67mg | 2.8mg | 14% |
Calories | 23kcal | 239kcal | 11% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.652mg | 1.938mg | 8% |
Fiber | 3.2g | 5.1g | 8% |
Vitamin E | 0.88mg | 0.1mg | 5% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.023mg | 0.066mg | 3% |
Calcium | 40mg | 74mg | 3% |
Manganese | 0.078mg | 3% | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.027mg | 0.143mg | 2% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.304g | 0.059g | 2% |
Folate | 23µg | 14µg | 2% |
Zinc | 0.32mg | 0.1mg | 2% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.139mg | 0.152mg | 1% |
Vitamin C | 4.3mg | 3.5mg | 1% |
Protein | 2.36g | 2.8g | 1% |
Vitamin A | 7µg | 2µg | 1% |
Fats | 0.86g | 0.6g | 0% |
Net carbs | 1.69g | 57.4g | N/A |
Sugar | 0.41g | 38.8g | N/A |
Selenium | 1.2µg | 1.3µg | 0% |
Choline | 6.5mg | 8.6mg | 0% |
Saturated fat | 0.233g | 0.272g | 0% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.063g | 0.181g | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.018mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.139mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.014mg | 0% | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
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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18%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%

34%

Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?

Tamarind contains less Sodium (difference - 2320mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Caper is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.39g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Caper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.039g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Caper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?

Caper is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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