Roquefort vs. Sunflower seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between roquefort and sunflower seeds
- Roquefort is higher in calcium, yet sunflower seeds are higher in copper, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, manganese, magnesium, selenium, and iron.
- Sunflower seeds cover your daily copper needs 196% more than roquefort.
- Roquefort contains 201 times more sodium than sunflower seeds. While roquefort contains 1809mg of sodium, sunflower seeds contain only 9mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Cheese, roquefort 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 more CalciumCalcium | +748.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +983.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +608.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +837.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +5194.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +140.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +68.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +265.5% |
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 | +9700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +53.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1035.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +984.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +363.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.54 g
Fats:
30.64 g
Carbs:
2 g
Water:
39.38 g
Other:
6.44 g
Protein:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +732.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +112.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +68% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +900% |
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Protein
~20.78g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
19.263 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.32 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 | -76.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +118.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1652.8% |
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 | 35.17mg | 234% | |
| Copper | 0.034mg | 1.8mg | 196% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.32g | 23.137g | 145% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.04mg | 1.48mg | 120% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.124mg | 1.345mg | 94% |
| Manganese | 0.03mg | 1.95mg | 83% |
| Sodium | 1809mg | 9mg | 78% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 53µg | 70% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 325mg | 70% |
| Saturated fat | 19.263g | 4.455g | 67% |
| Iron | 0.56mg | 5.25mg | 59% |
| Calcium | 662mg | 78mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.734mg | 8.335mg | 48% |
| Folate | 49µg | 227µg | 45% |
| Phosphorus | 392mg | 660mg | 38% |
| Fiber | 0g | 8.6g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 294µg | 3µg | 32% |
| Fats | 30.64g | 51.46g | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Zinc | 2.08mg | 5mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.64µg | 0µg | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.474g | 18.528g | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.586mg | 0.355mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 91mg | 645mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.731mg | 1.13mg | 12% |
| Calories | 369kcal | 584kcal | 11% |
| Choline | 55.1mg | 10% | |
| Carbs | 2g | 20g | 6% |
| Protein | 21.54g | 20.78g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.4mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 2g | 11.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.62g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.303mg | 0.348mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.965mg | 0.928mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.217mg | 1.139mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.114mg | 1.659mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.848mg | 0.937mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.558mg | 0.494mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.023mg | 1.169mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.614mg | 1.315mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.602mg | 0.632mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 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
39%
146%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
80%
207%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 90mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunflower seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 1800mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.808g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sunflower seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is cheaper?
Sunflower seeds is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roquefort is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.62g)