Fava beans vs. Refried beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between fava beans and refried beans?
- Fava beans are richer in folate, copper, fiber, and manganese, yet refried beans are richer in vitamin C and selenium.
- Fava beans' daily need coverage for folate is 23% higher.
- Fava beans have 2 times more copper than refried beans. Fava beans have 0.259mg of copper, while refried beans have 0.129mg.
- Fava beans contain less sodium.
- Refried beans have a lower glycemic index than fava beans.
We used Broadbeans (fava beans), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt and Refried beans, canned, traditional style (includes USDA commodity) types in this comparison.
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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 | +22.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +24.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +74.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +35.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +45.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +19% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +123.1% |
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 | +27.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +93.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +38.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +845.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +44.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1900% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +20.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +43.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.6 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
19.65 g
Water:
71.54 g
Other:
0.81 g
Protein:
4.98 g
Fats:
2.01 g
Carbs:
13.55 g
Water:
77.75 g
Other:
1.71 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +402.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +111.1% |
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Water
~77.75g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.066 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.079 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.164 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.631 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.601 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.543 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +660.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +231.1% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 104µg | 11µg | 23% |
| Histidine | 0.193mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 370mg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.259mg | 0.129mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 5.4g | 3.7g | 7% |
| Selenium | 2.6µg | 5.8µg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 6mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.421mg | 0.289mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 125mg | 92mg | 5% |
| Protein | 7.6g | 4.98g | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.01mg | 0.58mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.066g | 0.631g | 3% |
| Starch | 7.43g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.164g | 0.543g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.072mg | 0.103mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 319mg | 2% |
| Choline | 30.6mg | 21.2mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 43mg | 35mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 19.65g | 13.55g | 2% |
| Fats | 0.4g | 2.01g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.097mg | 0.076mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.711mg | 0.367mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.601g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 2.9µg | 2.1µg | 1% |
| Calories | 110kcal | 90kcal | 1% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 1.44mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.157mg | 0.189mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.089mg | 0.079mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 14.25g | 9.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.82g | 0.54g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0.09mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.016g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.072mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.27mg | 0.231mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.306mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.572mg | 0.438mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0.377mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.062mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.321mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.338mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.169g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g | 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
14%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Refried beans is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.28g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Refried beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fava beans contains less Sodium (difference - 365mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fava beans is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.565g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fava beans is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.