Chestnut vs. Mixed nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chestnut and mixed nuts different?
- Chestnut is richer in vitamin C, while mixed nuts are higher in manganese, phosphorus, copper, vitamin B3, magnesium, zinc, vitamin B5, and folate.
- Mixed nuts cover your daily need for manganese, 52% more than chestnut.
- Chestnut contains 53 times more vitamin C than mixed nuts. Chestnut contains 26.7mg of vitamin C, while mixed nuts contain 0.5mg.
- Chestnut is lower in saturated fat.
- Chestnut has a higher glycemic index (54) than mixed nuts (24).
Nuts, chestnuts, european, boiled and steamed and Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, with peanuts, without salt added types were used in this article.
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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 | +13.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +324.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +154.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +50.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +92.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1244% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +360.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +138.9% |
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 | +5240% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +27.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +88.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +954.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +260.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +51.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +118.4% |
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:
20.04 g
Fats:
53.95 g
Carbs:
21.05 g
Water:
2.08 g
Other:
2.88 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3176.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +902% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3809.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +305.6% |
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
8.711 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
28.488 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.612 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5884.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2581.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.545g | 14.612g | 94% |
| Fats | 1.38g | 53.95g | 81% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.476g | 28.488g | 70% |
| Selenium | 33.9µg | 62% | |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 2.04mg | 52% |
| Vitamin E | 7.82mg | 52% | |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 456mg | 51% |
| Copper | 0.472mg | 0.907mg | 48% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.731mg | 7.709mg | 44% |
| Magnesium | 54mg | 229mg | 42% |
| Saturated fat | 0.26g | 8.711g | 38% |
| Protein | 2g | 20.04g | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 26.7mg | 0.5mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% | |
| Zinc | 0.25mg | 3.36mg | 28% |
| Calories | 131kcal | 607kcal | 24% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.316mg | 1.14mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1.73mg | 2.61mg | 11% |
| Folate | 38µg | 83µg | 11% |
| Choline | 52mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.233mg | 0.352mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 117mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.104mg | 0.196mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 5.7µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.148mg | 0.189mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 27.76g | 21.05g | 2% |
| Starch | 4.2g | 2% | |
| Potassium | 715mg | 632mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 27mg | 5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 27.76g | 14.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.15g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.022mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.071mg | 0.703mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.079mg | 0.826mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.118mg | 1.656mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.118mg | 0.782mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.047mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.084mg | 1.182mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.112mg | 1.001mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.055mg | 0.572mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.082g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.455g | N/A |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mixed nuts contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mixed nuts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chestnut is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chestnut is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.451g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)