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Fenugreek vs. Tamarind — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Fenugreek and Tamarind

  • Tamarind contains less Iron, Copper, Fiber, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Zinc, Vitamin B2, Folate, and Calcium than Fenugreek.
  • Fenugreek's daily need coverage for Iron is 384% higher.
  • Tamarind contains 25 times less Zinc than Fenugreek. Fenugreek contains 2.5mg of Zinc, while Tamarind contains 0.1mg.

The food types used in this comparison are Spices, fenugreek seed and Tamarinds, raw.

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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 +137.8%
Contains more Iron +1097.5%
Contains more Magnesium +107.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +161.9%
Contains more Potassium +22.6%
Contains more Zinc +2400%
Contains more Copper +1190.7%
Contains more Selenium +384.6%
Contains less Sodium -58.2%
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 23% 105% 66% 49% 56% 4% 3% 29% 0% 8%
Contains more Calcium +137.8%
Contains more Iron +1097.5%
Contains more Magnesium +107.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +161.9%
Contains more Potassium +22.6%
Contains more Zinc +2400%
Contains more Copper +1190.7%
Contains more Selenium +384.6%
Contains less Sodium -58.2%

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 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +140.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +809.1%
Contains more Folate +307.1%
Contains more Vitamin C +16.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +32.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +18.2%
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 2% 2% 0% 12% 108% 36% 37% 9% 16% 11% 0% 7%
Contains more Vitamin A +100%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +140.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +809.1%
Contains more Folate +307.1%
Contains more Vitamin C +16.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +32.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +18.2%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +721.4%
Contains more Fats +968.3%
Contains more Other +25.9%
Contains more Water +255.2%
Equal in Carbs - 62.5
23% 6% 58% 9% 3%
Protein: 23 g
Fats: 6.41 g
Carbs: 58.35 g
Water: 8.84 g
Other: 3.4 g
3% 63% 31% 3%
Protein: 2.8 g
Fats: 0.6 g
Carbs: 62.5 g
Water: 31.4 g
Other: 2.7 g
Contains more Protein +721.4%
Contains more Fats +968.3%
Contains more Other +25.9%
Contains more Water +255.2%
Equal in Carbs - 62.5

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -81.4%
100%
Saturated Fat: 1.46 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0 g
53% 35% 12%
Saturated Fat: 0.272 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.181 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.059 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -81.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Fenugreek Tamarind Opinion
Net carbs 33.75g 57.4g Tamarind
Protein 23g 2.8g Fenugreek
Fats 6.41g 0.6g Fenugreek
Carbs 58.35g 62.5g Tamarind
Calories 323kcal 239kcal Fenugreek
Sugar 38.8g Fenugreek
Fiber 24.6g 5.1g Fenugreek
Calcium 176mg 74mg Fenugreek
Iron 33.53mg 2.8mg Fenugreek
Magnesium 191mg 92mg Fenugreek
Phosphorus 296mg 113mg Fenugreek
Potassium 770mg 628mg Fenugreek
Sodium 67mg 28mg Tamarind
Zinc 2.5mg 0.1mg Fenugreek
Copper 1.11mg 0.086mg Fenugreek
Manganese 1.228mg Fenugreek
Selenium 6.3µg 1.3µg Fenugreek
Vitamin A 60IU 30IU Fenugreek
Vitamin A RAE 3µg 2µg Fenugreek
Vitamin E 0.1mg Tamarind
Vitamin C 3mg 3.5mg Tamarind
Vitamin B1 0.322mg 0.428mg Tamarind
Vitamin B2 0.366mg 0.152mg Fenugreek
Vitamin B3 1.64mg 1.938mg Tamarind
Vitamin B5 0.143mg Tamarind
Vitamin B6 0.6mg 0.066mg Fenugreek
Folate 57µg 14µg Fenugreek
Vitamin K 2.8µg Tamarind
Tryptophan 0.391mg 0.018mg Fenugreek
Threonine 0.898mg Fenugreek
Isoleucine 1.241mg Fenugreek
Leucine 1.757mg Fenugreek
Lysine 1.684mg 0.139mg Fenugreek
Methionine 0.338mg 0.014mg Fenugreek
Phenylalanine 1.089mg Fenugreek
Valine 1.102mg Fenugreek
Histidine 0.668mg Fenugreek
Saturated Fat 1.46g 0.272g Tamarind
Monounsaturated Fat 0.181g Tamarind
Polyunsaturated fat 0.059g Tamarind

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Fenugreek Tamarind
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
20%
Tamarind
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
228%
Fenugreek
34%
Tamarind

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Tamarind
Tamarind contains less Sodium (difference - 39mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tamarind
Tamarind is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.188g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.8g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek 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 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.

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. Tamarind - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167763/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.