Coriander seeds vs. Nutmeg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are coriander seeds and nutmeg different?
- Coriander seeds are richer in iron, fiber, calcium, selenium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and zinc, while nutmeg is higher in manganese.
- Coriander seeds cover your daily need for iron, 166% more than nutmeg.
- Coriander seeds contain 16 times more selenium than nutmeg. Coriander seeds contain 26.2µg of selenium, while nutmeg contains 1.6µg.
- Coriander seeds are lower in saturated fat.
Spices, coriander seed and Spices, nutmeg, ground 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +80.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +285.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +262% |
| Contains more IronIron | +436.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +118.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +92% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1537.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -54.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +52.6% |
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 | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +408.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +64% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +44.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.37 g
Fats:
17.77 g
Carbs:
54.99 g
Water:
8.86 g
Other:
6.01 g
Protein:
5.84 g
Fats:
36.31 g
Carbs:
49.29 g
Water:
6.23 g
Other:
2.33 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +111.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +42.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +157.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +104.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.99 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
13.58 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.75 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
25.94 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.35 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +321.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +400% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 16.32mg | 3.04mg | 166% |
| Saturated fat | 0.99g | 25.94g | 113% |
| Fiber | 41.9g | 20.8g | 84% |
| Calcium | 709mg | 184mg | 53% |
| Selenium | 26.2µg | 1.6µg | 45% |
| Manganese | 1.9mg | 2.9mg | 43% |
| Magnesium | 330mg | 183mg | 35% |
| Fats | 17.77g | 36.31g | 29% |
| Phosphorus | 409mg | 213mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 1267mg | 350mg | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 13.58g | 3.22g | 26% |
| Zinc | 4.7mg | 2.15mg | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 3mg | 20% |
| Folate | 0µg | 76µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.057mg | 18% |
| Protein | 12.37g | 5.84g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 12% | |
| Calories | 298kcal | 525kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.239mg | 0.346mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.75g | 0.35g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.975mg | 1.027mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.13mg | 1.299mg | 5% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 54.99g | 49.29g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 35mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.09g | 28.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | 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
18%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
220%
121%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 19mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nutmeg is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coriander seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.99g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Coriander seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 24.95g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coriander seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Coriander seeds is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Coriander seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)