Fettuccine vs. Amaranth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fettuccine and amaranth
- Fettuccine has more vitamin B3 and vitamin B1; however, amaranth has more iron, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for iron for amaranth is 19% higher.
- Amaranth has 28 times less sodium than fettuccine. Fettuccine has 166mg of sodium, while amaranth has 6mg.
- Amaranth has a higher glycemic index than fettuccine.
Food types used in this article are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Amaranth grain, cooked.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +24.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +983.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +67.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +250% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +760% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +492% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +136.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +218.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +666% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +126% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +266.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
14 g
Water:
75.2 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +63.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +70.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +146.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +33.5% |
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Water
~75.16g
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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| Manganese | 0.854mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 2.1mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 148mg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 17% | |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 65mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 0.235mg | 10% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.86mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 166mg | 6mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.015mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.113mg | 5% |
| Protein | 6.2g | 3.8g | 5% |
| Folate | 6µg | 22µg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 4% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.022mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.19mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 47mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 14g | 18.69g | 2% |
| Fats | 2.7g | 1.58g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 2% | |
| Potassium | 168mg | 135mg | 1% |
| Calories | 99kcal | 102kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 12g | 16.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 2g | 2.1g | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
7%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fettuccine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 160mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.9g)
Which food is cheaper?
Amaranth is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals