Cashew vs. Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between cashew and cowpea (Black-eyed pea)
- Cashew has more copper, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, manganese, zinc, selenium, and vitamin K; however, cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is richer in folate.
- Cashew covers your daily copper needs 214% more than cowpea (Black-eyed pea).
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has 56 times less saturated fat than cashew. Cashew has 7.783g of saturated fat, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has 0.138g.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is 52, while the glycemic index of cashew is 25.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Nuts, cashew nuts, raw and Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +450.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +54.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +137.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +166.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +719% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +348.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +280.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +248.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +696% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +221.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +109.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +114.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +110.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +317% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1905.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +732% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.22 g
Fats:
43.85 g
Carbs:
30.19 g
Water:
5.2 g
Other:
2.54 g
Protein:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +135.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8173.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +170.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1246.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.783 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
23.797 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.845 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +53984.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3386.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 2.195mg | 0.268mg | 214% |
| Fats | 43.85g | 0.53g | 67% |
| Phosphorus | 593mg | 156mg | 62% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 23.797g | 0.044g | 59% |
| Magnesium | 292mg | 53mg | 57% |
| Iron | 6.68mg | 2.51mg | 52% |
| Manganese | 1.655mg | 0.475mg | 51% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.845g | 0.225g | 51% |
| Folate | 25µg | 208µg | 46% |
| Zinc | 5.78mg | 1.29mg | 41% |
| Saturated fat | 7.783g | 0.138g | 35% |
| Selenium | 19.9µg | 2.5µg | 32% |
| Vitamin K | 34.1µg | 1.7µg | 27% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.417mg | 0.1mg | 24% |
| Calories | 553kcal | 116kcal | 22% |
| Protein | 18.22g | 7.73g | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.423mg | 0.202mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 3.3g | 6.5g | 13% |
| Potassium | 660mg | 278mg | 11% |
| Starch | 23.49g | 10% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.864mg | 0.411mg | 9% |
| Choline | 32.2mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.062mg | 0.495mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.9mg | 0.28mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 30.19g | 20.76g | 3% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 26.89g | 14.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.91g | 3.3g | N/A |
| Sodium | 12mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.058mg | 0.055mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0.095mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.688mg | 0.294mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.789mg | 0.314mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.472mg | 0.592mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.928mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.362mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.951mg | 0.451mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.094mg | 0.368mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.456mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.05g | 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
32%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
200%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.61g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.645g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cashew is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cashew is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cashew is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)