Chickpea flour (besan) vs. Almonds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chickpea flour (besan) and almonds different?
- Chickpea flour (besan) is richer in folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B1, while almonds are higher in vitamin E, vitamin B2, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, and calcium.
- Almonds cover your daily need for vitamin E, 165% more than chickpea flour (besan).
- Chickpea flour (besan) contains 10 times more folate than almonds. Chickpea flour (besan) contains 437µg of folate, while almonds contain 44µg.
- Chickpea flour (besan) is lower in saturated fat.
Chickpea flour (besan) and Nuts, almonds 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 | +15.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +102.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +62.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +497.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +51.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +36.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +137.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +28.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +259.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +893.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2988% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +973.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +105.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.39 g
Fats:
6.69 g
Carbs:
57.82 g
Water:
10.28 g
Other:
2.82 g
Protein:
21.15 g
Fats:
49.93 g
Carbs:
21.55 g
Water:
4.41 g
Other:
2.96 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +168.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +133.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +646.3% |
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Protein
~21.15g
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Other
~2.96g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.693 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.504 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.983 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.802 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
31.551 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.329 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1997.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +313.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin E | 0.83mg | 25.63mg | 165% |
| Folate | 437µg | 44µg | 98% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.106mg | 1.138mg | 79% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.504g | 31.551g | 75% |
| Fats | 6.69g | 49.93g | 67% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.983g | 12.329g | 62% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.492mg | 0.137mg | 27% |
| Manganese | 1.6mg | 2.179mg | 25% |
| Magnesium | 166mg | 270mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.486mg | 0.205mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 318mg | 481mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 269mg | 22% |
| Iron | 4.86mg | 3.71mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.693g | 3.802g | 14% |
| Copper | 0.912mg | 1.031mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 57.82g | 21.55g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.762mg | 3.618mg | 12% |
| Calories | 387kcal | 579kcal | 10% |
| Choline | 52.1mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin K | 9.1µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Selenium | 8.3µg | 4.1µg | 8% |
| Fiber | 10.8g | 12.5g | 7% |
| Potassium | 846mg | 733mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 64mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.606mg | 0.471mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 2.81mg | 3.12mg | 3% |
| Protein | 22.39g | 21.15g | 2% |
| Net carbs | 47.02g | 9.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.85g | 4.35g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.72g | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.601mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.751mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.568mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.157mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.132mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.855mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.539mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.11g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.32g | 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
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78%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
117%
142%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chickpea flour (besan) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.109g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chickpea flour (besan) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Chickpea flour (besan) is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Almonds is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almonds contains less Sodium (difference - 63mg)
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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