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Fenugreek vs. Soybean raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between fenugreek and soybean raw?

  • Fenugreek is higher in iron and fiber; however, soybean raw is richer in folate, copper, phosphorus, manganese, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, potassium, and zinc.
  • Fenugreek's daily need coverage for iron is 223% more.
  • Soybean raw contains 3 times less fiber than fenugreek. Fenugreek contains 24.6g of fiber, while soybean raw contains 9.3g.
  • Fenugreek has a lower glycemic index (0) than soybean raw (14).

We used Spices, fenugreek seed and Soybeans, mature seeds, raw types in this article.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 136% 53% 68% 1257% 370% 68% 127% 8.7% 160% 34%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 200% 83% 159% 589% 553% 133% 302% 0.26% 328% 97%
Contains more IronIron +113.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +46.6%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +57.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +133.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +49.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +95.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +137.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +105%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +182.5%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 10% 1% 0% 0% 81% 84% 31% 0% 138% 0% 0% 43% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 20% 0.33% 17% 0% 219% 201% 30% 48% 87% 0% 118% 281% 63%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +200%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +59.2%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +100%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +171.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +137.7%
Contains more FolateFolate +557.9%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B3 ~1.623mg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
23% 6% 58% 9% 3%
Protein: 23 g
Fats: 6.41 g
Carbs: 58.35 g
Water: 8.84 g
Other: 3.4 g
36% 20% 30% 9% 5%
Protein: 36.49 g
Fats: 19.94 g
Carbs: 30.16 g
Water: 8.54 g
Other: 4.87 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +93.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +58.7%
Contains more FatsFats +211.1%
Contains more OtherOther +43.2%
~equal in Water ~8.54g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
100%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.46 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0 g
16% 24% 61%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.884 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.404 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 11.255 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -49.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Fenugreek Soybean raw
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Fenugreek Soybean raw DV% diff.
Iron 33.53mg 15.7mg 223%
Folate 57µg 375µg 80%
Polyunsaturated fat 11.255g 75%
Fiber 24.6g 9.3g 61%
Copper 1.11mg 1.658mg 61%
Phosphorus 296mg 704mg 58%
Manganese 1.228mg 2.517mg 56%
Vitamin B1 0.322mg 0.874mg 46%
Vitamin K 47µg 39%
Vitamin B2 0.366mg 0.87mg 39%
Potassium 770mg 1797mg 30%
Protein 23g 36.49g 27%
Zinc 2.5mg 4.89mg 22%
Magnesium 191mg 280mg 21%
Choline 115.9mg 21%
Fats 6.41g 19.94g 21%
Selenium 6.3µg 17.8µg 21%
Vitamin B6 0.6mg 0.377mg 17%
Vitamin B5 0.793mg 16%
Monounsaturated fat 4.404g 11%
Calcium 176mg 277mg 10%
Carbs 58.35g 30.16g 9%
Saturated fat 1.46g 2.884g 6%
Calories 323kcal 446kcal 6%
Vitamin E 0.85mg 6%
Sodium 67mg 2mg 3%
Vitamin C 3mg 6mg 3%
Net carbs 33.75g 20.86g N/A
Sugar 7.33g N/A
Vitamin A 3µg 1µg 0%
Vitamin B3 1.64mg 1.623mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.391mg 0.591mg 0%
Threonine 0.898mg 1.766mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.241mg 1.971mg 0%
Leucine 1.757mg 3.309mg 0%
Lysine 1.684mg 2.706mg 0%
Methionine 0.338mg 0.547mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.089mg 2.122mg 0%
Valine 1.102mg 2.029mg 0%
Histidine 0.668mg 1.097mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Fenugreek Soybean raw
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
30%
Fenugreek
83%
Soybean raw
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
228%
Fenugreek
244%
Soybean raw

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Soybean raw
Soybean raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Soybean raw
Soybean raw contains less Sodium (difference - 65mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Soybean raw
Soybean raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.33g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.424g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Fenugreek - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171324/nutrients
  2. Soybean raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174270/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.