Coffee vs. Green tea — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Coffee and Green tea?
- Coffee is higher in Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B5, however, Green tea is richer in Vitamin C.
We used Beverages, coffee, brewed, prepared with tap water and Beverages, tea, green, ready to drink, ginseng and honey, sweetened types 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 | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +880% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +150% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +421.7% |
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 E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +185.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +4600% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +800% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Water
~92.65g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 1kcal | 30kcal |
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| Protein | 0.12g | 0g |
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| Fats | 0.02g | 0.18g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 7.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 7.16g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 7.16g |
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| Magnesium | 3mg | 1mg |
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| Calcium | 2mg | 3mg |
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| Potassium | 49mg | 5mg |
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| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.02mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 6.87g |
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| Copper | 0.002mg | 0.005mg |
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| Zinc | 0.02mg | 0.01mg |
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| Phosphorus | 3mg | 0mg |
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| Sodium | 2mg | 2mg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0mg |
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| Manganese | 0.023mg | 0.12mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.014mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.076mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.191mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.001mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 2µg | 0µg |
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| Choline | 2.6mg | 0mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.015g | 0g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Threonine | 0.001mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.002mg |
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| Leucine | 0.005mg |
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| Lysine | 0.001mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.003mg |
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| Valine | 0.003mg |
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| Histidine | 0.002mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 3.59g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Green tea is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.002g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Green tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Green tea is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coffee is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.87g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Coffee 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 contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (2 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.