Cumin vs. Flax seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Cumin and Flax seeds
- Cumin has more Iron, Calcium, Manganese, Potassium, and Vitamin E, however, Flax seeds has more Vitamin B1, Fiber, Copper, Selenium, and Phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for Iron from Cumin is 758% higher.
- Flax seeds have 11 times less Vitamin E than Cumin. Cumin has 3.33mg of Vitamin E, while Flax seeds have 0.31mg.
Food types used in this article are Spices, cumin seed and Seeds, flaxseed.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +265.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +119.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1058.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +34.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +40.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +28.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -82.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +388.5% |
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 | +1183.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +974.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +103.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +48.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +25.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +161.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +770% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +218.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
17.81 g
Fats:
22.27 g
Carbs:
44.24 g
Water:
8.06 g
Other:
7.62 g
Protein:
18.29 g
Fats:
42.16 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
6.96 g
Other:
3.71 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +53.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +105.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +89.3% |
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Protein
~18.29g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.535 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
14.04 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.279 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.663 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.527 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
28.73 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -58.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +86.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +776.2% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 375kcal | 534kcal |
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| Protein | 17.81g | 18.29g |
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| Fats | 22.27g | 42.16g |
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| Vitamin C | 7.7mg | 0.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 33.74g | 1.58g |
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| Carbs | 44.24g | 28.88g |
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| Magnesium | 366mg | 392mg |
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| Calcium | 931mg | 255mg |
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| Potassium | 1788mg | 813mg |
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| Iron | 66.36mg | 5.73mg |
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| Sugar | 2.25g | 1.55g |
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| Fiber | 10.5g | 27.3g |
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| Copper | 0.867mg | 1.22mg |
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| Zinc | 4.8mg | 4.34mg |
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| Phosphorus | 499mg | 642mg |
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| Sodium | 168mg | 30mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1270IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 64µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 3.33mg | 0.31mg |
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| Manganese | 3.333mg | 2.482mg |
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| Selenium | 5.2µg | 25.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.628mg | 1.644mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.327mg | 0.161mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.579mg | 3.08mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.985mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.435mg | 0.473mg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.4µg | 4.3µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 87µg |
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| Choline | 24.7mg | 78.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.535g | 3.663g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 14.04g | 7.527g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.279g | 28.73g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.297mg |
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| Threonine | 0.766mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.896mg |
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| Leucine | 1.235mg |
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| Lysine | 0.862mg |
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| Methionine | 0.37mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.957mg |
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| Valine | 1.072mg |
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| Histidine | 0.472mg |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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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
48%
62%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
431%
191%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Flax seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.7g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flax seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 138mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Flax seeds is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cumin is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.128g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cumin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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