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Fenugreek vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between Fenugreek and Cayenne pepper

  • Fenugreek has more Iron, and Copper, however, Cayenne pepper is richer in Vitamin A RAE, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B2, Potassium, Manganese, and Folate.
  • Fenugreek covers your daily Iron needs 322% more than Cayenne pepper.
  • Cayenne pepper has 3 times less Copper than Fenugreek. Fenugreek has 1.11mg of Copper, while Cayenne pepper has 0.373mg.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Spices, fenugreek seed and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne.

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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 Calcium +18.9%
Contains more Iron +329.9%
Contains more Magnesium +25.7%
Contains more Copper +197.6%
Contains more Potassium +161.6%
Contains less Sodium -55.2%
Contains more Manganese +62.9%
Contains more Selenium +39.7%
Equal in Phosphorus - 293
Equal in Zinc - 2.48
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 45% 293% 109% 126% 178% 4% 68% 125% 261% 48%
Contains more Calcium +18.9%
Contains more Iron +329.9%
Contains more Magnesium +25.7%
Contains more Copper +197.6%
Contains more Potassium +161.6%
Contains less Sodium -55.2%
Contains more Manganese +62.9%
Contains more Selenium +39.7%
Equal in Phosphorus - 293
Equal in Zinc - 2.48

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 A +69250%
Contains more Vitamin C +2446.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +151.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +430.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +308.3%
Contains more Folate +86%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.328
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 2497% 597% 0% 255% 82% 213% 164% 0% 566% 80% 0% 201%
Contains more Vitamin A +69250%
Contains more Vitamin C +2446.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +151.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +430.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +308.3%
Contains more Folate +86%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.328

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +91.5%
Contains more Fats +169.4%
Contains more Other +77.6%
Equal in Carbs - 56.63
Equal in Water - 8.05
23% 6% 58% 9% 3%
Protein: 23 g
Fats: 6.41 g
Carbs: 58.35 g
Water: 8.84 g
Other: 3.4 g
12% 17% 57% 8% 6%
Protein: 12.01 g
Fats: 17.27 g
Carbs: 56.63 g
Water: 8.05 g
Other: 6.04 g
Contains more Protein +91.5%
Contains more Fats +169.4%
Contains more Other +77.6%
Equal in Carbs - 56.63
Equal in Water - 8.05

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -55.2%
100%
Saturated Fat: 1.46 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0 g
23% 19% 58%
Saturated Fat: 3.26 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 8.37 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -55.2%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Fenugreek Cayenne pepper Opinion
Net carbs 33.75g 29.43g Fenugreek
Protein 23g 12.01g Fenugreek
Fats 6.41g 17.27g Cayenne pepper
Carbs 58.35g 56.63g Fenugreek
Calories 323kcal 318kcal Fenugreek
Sugar 10.34g Fenugreek
Fiber 24.6g 27.2g Cayenne pepper
Calcium 176mg 148mg Fenugreek
Iron 33.53mg 7.8mg Fenugreek
Magnesium 191mg 152mg Fenugreek
Phosphorus 296mg 293mg Fenugreek
Potassium 770mg 2014mg Cayenne pepper
Sodium 67mg 30mg Cayenne pepper
Zinc 2.5mg 2.48mg Fenugreek
Copper 1.11mg 0.373mg Fenugreek
Manganese 1.228mg 2mg Cayenne pepper
Selenium 6.3µg 8.8µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin A 60IU 41610IU Cayenne pepper
Vitamin A RAE 3µg 2081µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin E 29.83mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin C 3mg 76.4mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B1 0.322mg 0.328mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B2 0.366mg 0.919mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B3 1.64mg 8.701mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B6 0.6mg 2.45mg Cayenne pepper
Folate 57µg 106µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin K 80.3µg Cayenne pepper
Tryptophan 0.391mg Fenugreek
Threonine 0.898mg Fenugreek
Isoleucine 1.241mg Fenugreek
Leucine 1.757mg Fenugreek
Lysine 1.684mg Fenugreek
Methionine 0.338mg Fenugreek
Phenylalanine 1.089mg Fenugreek
Valine 1.102mg Fenugreek
Histidine 0.668mg Fenugreek
Saturated Fat 1.46g 3.26g Fenugreek
Monounsaturated Fat 2.75g Cayenne pepper
Polyunsaturated fat 8.37g Cayenne pepper

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Fenugreek Cayenne pepper
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
388%
Cayenne pepper
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
228%
Fenugreek
125%
Cayenne pepper

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.8g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 37mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
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. Cayenne pepper - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170932/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.