Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) vs. Spelt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between cowpea (Black-eyed pea) and spelt
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has more folate, while spelt has more manganese, vitamin B3, phosphorus, copper, iron, magnesium, zinc, fiber, and selenium.
- Spelt covers your daily need for manganese, 109% more than cowpea (Black-eyed pea).
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains 5 times more folate than spelt. While cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains 208µg of folate, spelt contains only 45µg.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is 52, while the glycemic index of spelt is 63.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt and Spelt, uncooked.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +156.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +12.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +39.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +76.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +90.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +154.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +157.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +528% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +368% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +362.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +182.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +80.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +105.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1282.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +159.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +130% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +111.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
Protein:
14.57 g
Fats:
2.43 g
Carbs:
70.19 g
Water:
11.02 g
Other:
1.79 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +535.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +88.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +358.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +238.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +90.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.406 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.445 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.258 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -66% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +911.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +459.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.475mg | 2.983mg | 109% |
| Folate | 208µg | 45µg | 41% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.495mg | 6.843mg | 40% |
| Phosphorus | 156mg | 401mg | 35% |
| Copper | 0.268mg | 0.511mg | 27% |
| Iron | 2.51mg | 4.44mg | 24% |
| Starch | 53.92g | 22% | |
| Magnesium | 53mg | 136mg | 20% |
| Zinc | 1.29mg | 3.28mg | 18% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 11.7µg | 17% |
| Fiber | 6.5g | 10.7g | 17% |
| Carbs | 20.76g | 70.19g | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.202mg | 0.364mg | 14% |
| Protein | 7.73g | 14.57g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.411mg | 1.068mg | 13% |
| Calories | 116kcal | 338kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.23mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.225g | 1.258g | 7% |
| Choline | 32.2mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.113mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 0.79mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 278mg | 388mg | 3% |
| Fats | 0.53g | 2.43g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 3.6µg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.138g | 0.406g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.044g | 0.445g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 14.26g | 59.49g | N/A |
| Calcium | 24mg | 27mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.3g | 6.82g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.095mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.294mg | 0.443mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0.552mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.592mg | 1.07mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0.409mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0.258mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.451mg | 0.737mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.368mg | 0.681mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.24mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A |
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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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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
119%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Spelt is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Spelt is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.52g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.268g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.