Cheese sandwich vs. Amaranth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between cheese sandwich and amaranth
- Amaranth has less selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, calcium, vitamin B6, folate, and manganese.
- Cheese sandwich covers your daily sodium needs 36% more than amaranth.
- Amaranth contains 24 times less vitamin B1 than cheese sandwich. Cheese sandwich contains 0.358mg of vitamin B1, while amaranth contains 0.015mg.
- Amaranth has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of amaranth is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling and Amaranth grain, cooked.
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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 | +334% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +126.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +158.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +26.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +341.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2286.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1840.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1255.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +131% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +190.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +157.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1482.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +211.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +393.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2248.8% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 9.166g | 61% | |
| Fats | 25g | 1.58g | 36% |
| Sodium | 839mg | 6mg | 36% |
| Selenium | 24.3µg | 5.5µg | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 382mg | 148mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.427mg | 0.022mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.358mg | 0.015mg | 29% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.351g | 26% | |
| Calories | 497kcal | 102kcal | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 4.129g | 19% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.185mg | 0.235mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 204mg | 47mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 58.2g | 18.69g | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.622mg | 12% | |
| Protein | 9.8g | 3.8g | 12% |
| Folate | 64µg | 22µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.261mg | 0.113mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 1.083mg | 0.854mg | 10% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.62mg | 2.1mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.12µg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 306mg | 135mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 2.1g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 54mg | 65mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 21µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.16mg | 0.149mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.1g | 16.59g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.87mg | 0.86mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.13mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.298mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.383mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.698mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.344mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.167mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.472mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.438mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.219mg | 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%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
85%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheese sandwich is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 833mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.129g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)