Chestnut vs. Almond paste — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Chestnut and Almond paste
- Chestnut has more Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and Potassium, however, Almond paste is richer in Vitamin B2, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Calcium, Zinc, and Folate.
- Chestnut's daily need coverage for Vitamin C is 30% more.
- Chestnut contains 6 times more Vitamin B6 than Almond paste. Chestnut contains 0.233mg of Vitamin B6, while Almond paste contains 0.036mg.
- Chestnut contains less Saturated Fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Nuts, chestnuts, european, boiled and steamed and Nuts, almond paste.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +127.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +140.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +273.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +492% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +160.6% |
| 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 | +26600% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +80.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +179.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +547.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +298.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +94.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +92.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2 g
Fats:
1.38 g
Carbs:
27.76 g
Water:
68.15 g
Other:
0.71 g
Protein:
9 g
Fats:
27.74 g
Carbs:
47.81 g
Water:
14.08 g
Other:
1.37 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +384% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +350% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1910.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +72.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +93% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.26 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.476 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.545 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.629 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.012 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.821 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -90.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +3684% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +968.1% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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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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| Calories | 131kcal | 458kcal |
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| Protein | 2g | 9g |
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| Fats | 1.38g | 27.74g |
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| Vitamin C | 26.7mg | 0.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 27.76g | 43.01g |
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| Carbs | 27.76g | 47.81g |
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| Magnesium | 54mg | 130mg |
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| Calcium | 46mg | 172mg |
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| Potassium | 715mg | 314mg |
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| Iron | 1.73mg | 1.6mg |
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| Sugar | 36.25g |
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| Fiber | 4.8g |
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| Copper | 0.472mg | 0.454mg |
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| Zinc | 0.25mg | 1.48mg |
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| Phosphorus | 99mg | 258mg |
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| Sodium | 27mg | 9mg |
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| Vitamin A | 17IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 13.54mg |
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| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.856mg |
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| Selenium | 4.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.148mg | 0.082mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.104mg | 0.414mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.731mg | 1.422mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.316mg | 0.113mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.233mg | 0.036mg |
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| Folate | 38µg | 73µg |
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| Choline | 28.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.26g | 2.629g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.476g | 18.012g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.545g | 5.821g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.022mg |
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| Threonine | 0.071mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.079mg |
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| Leucine | 0.118mg |
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| Lysine | 0.118mg |
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| Methionine | 0.047mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.084mg |
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| Valine | 0.112mg |
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| Histidine | 0.055mg |
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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
20%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
50%
67%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chestnut is lower in Sugar (difference - 36.25g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chestnut is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.369g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almond paste contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almond paste is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Almond paste 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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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