Flaxseed oil vs. Palm kernel oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
Significant differences between Flaxseed oil and Palm kernel oil
- Flaxseed oil has more Copper, Manganese, Polyunsaturated fat, and Monounsaturated Fat, however, Palm kernel oil is richer in Vitamin E, and Vitamin K.
- Palm kernel oil covers your daily Saturated Fat needs 362% more than Flaxseed oil.
- Flaxseed oil contains less Saturated Fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Oil, flaxseed, contains added sliced flaxseed and Vegetable oil, palm kernel.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 | +436.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +648.5% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.37 g
Fats:
99.01 g
Carbs:
0.39 g
Water:
0.16 g
Other:
0.07 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
~equal in
Fats
~100g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
9.047 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
20.634 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
64.876 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
81.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.6 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -88.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +81% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3954.8% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated Fat |
|
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
Opinion |
| Calories | 878kcal | 862kcal |
|
| Protein | 0.37g | 0g |
|
| Fats | 99.01g | 100g |
|
| Net carbs | 0.39g | 0g |
|
| Carbs | 0.39g | 0g |
|
| Magnesium | 15mg | 0mg |
|
| Calcium | 9mg | 0mg |
|
| Potassium | 31mg | 0mg |
|
| Iron | 0.34mg | 0mg |
|
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0mg |
|
| Zinc | 0.31mg | 0mg |
|
| Phosphorus | 27mg | 0mg |
|
| Sodium | 6mg | 0mg |
|
| Vitamin E | 0.71mg | 3.81mg |
|
| Manganese | 0.141mg | 0mg |
|
| Vitamin K | 3.3µg | 24.7µg |
|
| Trans Fat | 0.184g |
|
|
| Choline | 0.2mg |
|
|
| Saturated Fat | 9.047g | 81.5g |
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 20.634g | 11.4g |
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 64.876g | 1.6g |
|
| Omega-3 - ALA | 48.93g |
|
|
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.077g |
|
|
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.026g |
|
|
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.034g |
|
|
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 15.679g |
|
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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
2%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
0%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Palm kernel oil contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Palm kernel oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Palm kernel oil is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Flaxseed oil is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Flaxseed oil is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 72.453g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Flaxseed oil is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
?
The foods are relatively equal in price ($)