Groat vs. Amaranth grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Groat and Amaranth grain
- The amount of Copper, Vitamin B3, Magnesium, Fiber, Vitamin B2, Phosphorus, Manganese, Zinc, Potassium, and Vitamin B6 in Groat is higher than in Amaranth grain.
- Groat covers your daily Copper needs 106% more than Amaranth grain.
- Amaranth grain has 30 times less Vitamin B3 than Groat. Groat has 7.02mg of Vitamin B3, while Amaranth grain has 0.235mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Buckwheat 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +255.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +240.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +638.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +179.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +134.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +52.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +50.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +161.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +573.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1831.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2887.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +85.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +36.4% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.25 g
Fats:
3.4 g
Carbs:
71.5 g
Water:
9.75 g
Other:
2.1 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +248.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +115.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +282.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +172.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +670.9% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 343kcal | 102kcal |
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| Protein | 13.25g | 3.8g |
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| Fats | 3.4g | 1.58g |
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| Net carbs | 61.5g | 16.59g |
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| Carbs | 71.5g | 18.69g |
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| Magnesium | 231mg | 65mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 460mg | 135mg |
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| Iron | 2.2mg | 2.1mg |
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| Fiber | 10g | 2.1g |
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| Copper | 1.1mg | 0.149mg |
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| Zinc | 2.4mg | 0.86mg |
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| Starch | 16.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 347mg | 148mg |
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| Sodium | 1mg | 6mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.854mg |
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| Selenium | 8.3µg | 5.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.101mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.425mg | 0.022mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 7.02mg | 0.235mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.233mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.21mg | 0.113mg |
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| Folate | 30µg | 22µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.741g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.04g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.039g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.192mg |
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| Threonine | 0.506mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.498mg |
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| Leucine | 0.832mg |
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| Lysine | 0.672mg |
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| Methionine | 0.172mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.52mg |
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| Valine | 0.678mg |
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| Histidine | 0.309mg |
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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
31%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
109%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Groat contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Groat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is cheaper?
Groat is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Groat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Groat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth grain is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.741g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)