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Fenugreek vs. Paprika — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between Fenugreek and Paprika?

  • Fenugreek is higher in Iron, and Copper, however, Paprika is richer in Vitamin A RAE, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Potassium, Fiber, Zinc, and Manganese.
  • Paprika's daily need coverage for Vitamin A RAE is 273% more.
  • Paprika contains 2 times less Iron than Fenugreek. Fenugreek contains 33.53mg of Iron, while Paprika contains 21.14mg.

We used Spices, fenugreek seed and Spices, paprika 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.
Contains more Iron +58.6%
Contains more Copper +55.7%
Contains more Calcium +30.1%
Contains more Potassium +196.1%
Contains more Zinc +73.2%
Contains more Manganese +29.5%
Equal in Magnesium - 178
Equal in Phosphorus - 314
Equal in Sodium - 68
Equal in Selenium - 6.3
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 53% 1258% 137% 127% 68% 9% 69% 370% 161% 35%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 69% 793% 128% 135% 202% 9% 119% 238% 208% 35%
Contains more Iron +58.6%
Contains more Copper +55.7%
Contains more Calcium +30.1%
Contains more Potassium +196.1%
Contains more Zinc +73.2%
Contains more Manganese +29.5%
Equal in Magnesium - 178
Equal in Phosphorus - 314
Equal in Sodium - 68
Equal in Selenium - 6.3

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.
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Contains more Vitamin C +233.3%
Contains more Folate +16.3%
Contains more Vitamin A +81990%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +236.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +513.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +256.8%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.33
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 4% 0% 0% 10% 81% 85% 31% 0% 139% 43% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 2956% 583% 0% 3% 83% 284% 189% 151% 495% 37% 0% 201%
Contains more Vitamin C +233.3%
Contains more Folate +16.3%
Contains more Vitamin A +81990%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +236.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +513.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +256.8%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.33

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +62.7%
Contains more Fats +101.1%
Contains more Water +27.1%
Contains more Other +127.6%
Equal in Carbs - 53.99
23% 6% 58% 9% 3%
Protein: 23 g
Fats: 6.41 g
Carbs: 58.35 g
Water: 8.84 g
Other: 3.4 g
14% 13% 54% 11% 8%
Protein: 14.14 g
Fats: 12.89 g
Carbs: 53.99 g
Water: 11.24 g
Other: 7.74 g
Contains more Protein +62.7%
Contains more Fats +101.1%
Contains more Water +27.1%
Contains more Other +127.6%
Equal in Carbs - 53.99

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -31.8%
100%
Saturated Fat: 1.46 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0 g
18% 15% 67%
Saturated Fat: 2.14 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.695 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 7.766 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -31.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Fenugreek Paprika Opinion
Net carbs 33.75g 19.09g Fenugreek
Protein 23g 14.14g Fenugreek
Fats 6.41g 12.89g Paprika
Carbs 58.35g 53.99g Fenugreek
Calories 323kcal 282kcal Fenugreek
Fructose 6.71g Paprika
Sugar 10.34g Fenugreek
Fiber 24.6g 34.9g Paprika
Calcium 176mg 229mg Paprika
Iron 33.53mg 21.14mg Fenugreek
Magnesium 191mg 178mg Fenugreek
Phosphorus 296mg 314mg Paprika
Potassium 770mg 2280mg Paprika
Sodium 67mg 68mg Fenugreek
Zinc 2.5mg 4.33mg Paprika
Copper 1.11mg 0.713mg Fenugreek
Manganese 1.228mg 1.59mg Paprika
Selenium 6.3µg 6.3µg
Vitamin A 60IU 49254IU Paprika
Vitamin A RAE 3µg 2463µg Paprika
Vitamin E 29.1mg Paprika
Vitamin C 3mg 0.9mg Fenugreek
Vitamin B1 0.322mg 0.33mg Paprika
Vitamin B2 0.366mg 1.23mg Paprika
Vitamin B3 1.64mg 10.06mg Paprika
Vitamin B5 2.51mg Paprika
Vitamin B6 0.6mg 2.141mg Paprika
Folate 57µg 49µg Fenugreek
Vitamin K 80.3µg Paprika
Tryptophan 0.391mg 0.07mg Fenugreek
Threonine 0.898mg 0.49mg Fenugreek
Isoleucine 1.241mg 0.57mg Fenugreek
Leucine 1.757mg 0.92mg Fenugreek
Lysine 1.684mg 0.69mg Fenugreek
Methionine 0.338mg 0.2mg Fenugreek
Phenylalanine 1.089mg 0.61mg Fenugreek
Valine 1.102mg 0.75mg Fenugreek
Histidine 0.668mg 0.25mg Fenugreek
Saturated Fat 1.46g 2.14g Fenugreek
Monounsaturated Fat 1.695g Paprika
Polyunsaturated fat 7.766g Paprika
Omega-3 - ALA 0.453g Paprika

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Fenugreek Paprika
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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
33%
Fenugreek
415%
Paprika
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
228%
Fenugreek
193%
Paprika

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Paprika
Paprika is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Paprika
Paprika is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.68g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)

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. Paprika - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171329/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.