Chickpea flour (besan) vs. White pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chickpea flour (besan) and white pepper different?
- Chickpea flour (besan) is higher in folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, potassium, and phosphorus; however, white pepper is richer in iron, manganese, fiber, vitamin C, and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for iron for white pepper is 118% higher.
- Chickpea flour (besan) contains 44 times more Folate than white pepper. While chickpea flour (besan) contains 437µg of Folate, white pepper contains only 10µg.
Chickpea flour (besan) and Spices, pepper, white are the varieties 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +84.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1058.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +148.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +80.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +167.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +488.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +194.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +168.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2109.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +731.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +392% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +4270% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.9% |
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:
10.4 g
Fats:
2.12 g
Carbs:
68.61 g
Water:
11.42 g
Other:
7.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +115.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +215.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +164.2% |
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
0.626 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.789 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.616 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +90.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +384.3% |
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Saturated Fat
~0.626g
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 387kcal | 296kcal |
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| Protein | 22.39g | 10.4g |
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| Fats | 6.69g | 2.12g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 21mg |
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| Net carbs | 47.02g | 42.41g |
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| Carbs | 57.82g | 68.61g |
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| Magnesium | 166mg | 90mg |
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| Calcium | 45mg | 265mg |
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| Potassium | 846mg | 73mg |
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| Iron | 4.86mg | 14.31mg |
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| Sugar | 10.85g |
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| Fiber | 10.8g | 26.2g |
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| Copper | 0.912mg | 0.91mg |
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| Zinc | 2.81mg | 1.13mg |
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| Phosphorus | 318mg | 176mg |
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| Sodium | 64mg | 5mg |
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| Vitamin A | 41IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.83mg |
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| Manganese | 1.6mg | 4.3mg |
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| Selenium | 8.3µg | 3.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.486mg | 0.022mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.106mg | 0.126mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.762mg | 0.212mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.606mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.492mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin K | 9.1µg |
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| Folate | 437µg | 10µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.693g | 0.626g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.504g | 0.789g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.983g | 0.616g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
54%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
117%
167%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
White pepper is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
White pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 59mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
White pepper is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.067g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chickpea flour (besan) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chickpea flour (besan) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)