Grapefruit vs. Amaranth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between grapefruit and amaranth
- Grapefruit contains less manganese, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, selenium, and zinc than amaranth.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for amaranth is 36% higher.
- Amaranth has a higher glycemic index than grapefruit.
Food types used in this article are Grapefruit, raw, pink and red, all areas 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 less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +622.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +113.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2525% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +365.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1128.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +722.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3781.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +5400% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +186.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +46.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +113.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +69.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.77 g
Fats:
0.14 g
Carbs:
10.66 g
Water:
88.06 g
Other:
0.37 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +393.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1028.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +75.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +108.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
3.51 g
Glucose:
1.61 g
Fructose:
1.77 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.23 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.854mg | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 31.2mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 0.08mg | 2.1mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 148mg | 19% |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 65mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.032mg | 0.149mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 5.5µg | 10% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 0.86mg | 7% |
| Starch | 0g | 16.23g | 7% |
| Protein | 0.77g | 3.8g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 58µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.053mg | 0.113mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.262mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 42kcal | 102kcal | 3% |
| Carbs | 10.66g | 18.69g | 3% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 47mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 2.1g | 2% |
| Folate | 13µg | 22µg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.14g | 1.58g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.043mg | 0.015mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.77g | 2% | |
| Choline | 7.7mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.031mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.06g | 16.59g | N/A |
| Potassium | 135mg | 135mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.89g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 0mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.13mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.204mg | 0.235mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.02g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.036g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.013mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.019mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.013mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.008mg | 0% |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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43%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Grapefruit contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Grapefruit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 72)
Which food is cheaper?
Grapefruit is cheaper (difference - $2.7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Grapefruit is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.89g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.021g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals