Fajita vs. Falafel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between fajita and falafel
- Fajita has more selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B12, and vitamin B6, while falafel has more iron, manganese, copper, and folate.
- Falafel's daily need coverage for iron is 30% higher.
The food types used in this comparison are USDA Commodity, chicken fajita strips, frozen and Falafel, home-prepared.
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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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +44.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1570% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +272.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +315.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +106% |
| Contains more IronIron | +245.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +760% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +947% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +28.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +357.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +148.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +209.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +46% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2225% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +103.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +210.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1327.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +336% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +282% |
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 Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.99mg | 3.42mg | 30% |
| Selenium | 16.7µg | 1µg | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 0mg | 29% |
| Manganese | 0.066mg | 0.691mg | 27% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.258mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.779mg | 1.044mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 799mg | 294mg | 22% |
| Folate | 4µg | 93µg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.333g | 10.171g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.089g | 4.16g | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.387mg | 0.125mg | 20% |
| Fats | 5.73g | 17.8g | 19% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 82mg | 14% |
| Choline | 67.8mg | 12% | |
| Phosphorus | 277mg | 192mg | 12% |
| Protein | 18.56g | 13.31g | 11% |
| Calories | 135kcal | 333kcal | 10% |
| Carbs | 2.23g | 31.84g | 10% |
| Potassium | 284mg | 585mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.726mg | 0.292mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 54mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.166mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.146mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.596g | 2.383g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 1.37mg | 1.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.23g | 31.84g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.2mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.452mg | 0.492mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.813mg | 0.567mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.56mg | 0.944mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.857mg | 0.856mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.552mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.763mg | 0.707mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.847mg | 0.562mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.68mg | 0.364mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.01g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Falafel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Falafel is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Falafel contains less Sodium (difference - 505mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Falafel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Falafel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fajita is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.787g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fajita is cheaper (difference - $4)
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.