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, 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.
- Cayenne pepper has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of cayenne pepper is 32, while the glycemic index of fenugreek is 0.
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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +25.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +18.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +329.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +197.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +161.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +62.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +39.7% |
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 | +2446.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +69250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +151.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +430.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +308.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +86% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23 g
Fats:
6.41 g
Carbs:
58.35 g
Water:
8.84 g
Other:
3.4 g
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +91.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +169.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +77.6% |
~equal in
Carbs
~56.63g
~equal in
Water
~8.05g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.46 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated 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.
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 323kcal | 318kcal |
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| Protein | 23g | 12.01g |
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| Fats | 6.41g | 17.27g |
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| Vitamin C | 3mg | 76.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 33.75g | 29.43g |
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| Carbs | 58.35g | 56.63g |
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| Magnesium | 191mg | 152mg |
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| Calcium | 176mg | 148mg |
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| Potassium | 770mg | 2014mg |
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| Iron | 33.53mg | 7.8mg |
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| Sugar | 10.34g |
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| Fiber | 24.6g | 27.2g |
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| Copper | 1.11mg | 0.373mg |
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| Zinc | 2.5mg | 2.48mg |
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| Phosphorus | 296mg | 293mg |
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| Sodium | 67mg | 30mg |
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| Vitamin A | 60IU | 41610IU |
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| Vitamin A | 3µg | 2081µg |
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| Vitamin E | 29.83mg |
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| Manganese | 1.228mg | 2mg |
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| Selenium | 6.3µg | 8.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.322mg | 0.328mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.366mg | 0.919mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.64mg | 8.701mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.6mg | 2.45mg |
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| Vitamin K | 80.3µg |
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| Folate | 57µg | 106µg |
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| Choline | 51.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.46g | 3.26g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 2.75g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.37g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.391mg |
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| Threonine | 0.898mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.241mg |
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| Leucine | 1.757mg |
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| Lysine | 1.684mg |
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| Methionine | 0.338mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.089mg |
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| Valine | 1.102mg |
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| Histidine | 0.668mg |
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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
30%
360%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
228%
125%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fenugreek is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fenugreek is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.8g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fenugreek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Fenugreek is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fenugreek is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 37mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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)