Falafel vs. Winged beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between falafel and winged beans
- Falafel is richer in folate, potassium, and magnesium, yet winged beans is richer in copper, manganese, vitamin B1, iron, and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for copper for winged beans is 57% higher.
- Falafel contains 23 times more sodium than winged beans. Falafel contains 294mg of sodium, while winged beans contains 13mg.
Food types used in this article are Falafel, home-prepared and Winged beans, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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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 | +51.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +108.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +25.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +163% |
| Contains more IronIron | +26.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +199.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +73.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +190% |
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 Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +28.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +25.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +87.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +166% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +830% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +102.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.31 g
Fats:
17.8 g
Carbs:
31.84 g
Water:
34.62 g
Other:
2.43 g
Protein:
10.62 g
Fats:
5.84 g
Carbs:
14.94 g
Water:
67.19 g
Other:
1.41 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +204.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +113.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +72.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +94.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.383 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.16 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.825 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.153 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.551 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +372.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +168.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.4% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.258mg | 0.773mg | 57% |
| Manganese | 0.691mg | 1.199mg | 22% |
| Folate | 93µg | 10µg | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.171g | 2.153g | 20% |
| Fats | 17.8g | 5.84g | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.16g | 1.551g | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.146mg | 0.295mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 294mg | 13mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3.42mg | 4.33mg | 11% |
| Calories | 333kcal | 147kcal | 9% |
| Potassium | 585mg | 280mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 142mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 82mg | 54mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.383g | 0.825g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.125mg | 0.047mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 31.84g | 14.94g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 192mg | 153mg | 6% |
| Protein | 13.31g | 10.62g | 5% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 2.9µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.166mg | 0.129mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.292mg | 0.156mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.5mg | 1.44mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.044mg | 0.83mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 31.84g | 14.94g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.134mg | 0.233mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.492mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.567mg | 0.448mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.944mg | 0.762mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.856mg | 0.652mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0.109mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.707mg | 0.436mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.562mg | 0.467mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.364mg | 0.241mg | 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
17%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
80%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Winged beans contains less Sodium (difference - 281mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Winged beans is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.558g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Winged beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is cheaper?
Winged beans is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Falafel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.