Cornmeal vs. Amaranth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between cornmeal and amaranth
- Cornmeal has more folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, iron, vitamin B2, selenium, and fiber; however, amaranth has more manganese, copper, and magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for folate for cornmeal is 47% higher.
- Amaranth has 37 times less vitamin B1 than cornmeal. Cornmeal has 0.551mg of vitamin B1, while amaranth has 0.015mg.
- Amaranth has a higher glycemic index than cornmeal.
Food types used in this article are Cornmeal, degermed, enriched, yellow and Amaranth grain, cooked.
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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 IronIron | +107.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +90.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +103.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1466.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +96.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +49.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +390.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +3573.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1636.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2014% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +61.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +850% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +58.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +87.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +325.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +572.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51% |
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Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more StarchStarch | +351.6% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 209µg | 22µg | 47% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.551mg | 0.015mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.968mg | 0.235mg | 30% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.854mg | 30% |
| Iron | 4.36mg | 2.1mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.382mg | 0.022mg | 28% |
| Starch | 73.3g | 16.23g | 23% |
| Carbs | 79.45g | 18.69g | 20% |
| Calories | 370kcal | 102kcal | 13% |
| Selenium | 10.5µg | 5.5µg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.149mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 65mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 2.1g | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 148mg | 7% |
| Protein | 7.11g | 3.8g | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.828g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.182mg | 0.113mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.24mg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 3mg | 47mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.66mg | 0.86mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 2% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.22g | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.39g | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 1.75g | 1.58g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 75.55g | 16.59g | N/A |
| Potassium | 142mg | 135mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.61g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 7mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.038mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.006mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.105mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.162mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.366mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.337mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% |
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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cornmeal is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is cheaper?
Cornmeal is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cornmeal is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.61g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.22g)
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.