Ground ginger vs. Paprika — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are ground ginger and paprika different?
- Ground ginger is higher in manganese and selenium; however, paprika is richer in vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin B6, fiber, vitamin B2, vitamin K, vitamin B5, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for ground ginger is 1379% higher.
- Ground ginger contains 9 times more selenium than paprika. While ground ginger contains 55.8µg of selenium, paprika contains only 6.3µg.
Spices, ginger, ground and Spices, paprika are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +20.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -60.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1994.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +785.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +48.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +19% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +86.9% |
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 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +123050% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +617.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +623.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +426.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +242% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +9937.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +276.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +25% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.98 g
Fats:
4.24 g
Carbs:
71.62 g
Water:
9.94 g
Other:
5.22 g
Protein:
14.14 g
Fats:
12.89 g
Carbs:
53.99 g
Water:
11.24 g
Other:
7.74 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +32.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +57.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +204% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +48.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.599 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.479 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.929 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.14 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.695 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.766 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -17.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +253.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +736% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.2 g
Glucose:
1.22 g
Fructose:
1.78 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.19 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.81 g
Glucose:
2.63 g
Fructose:
6.71 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.19 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +305% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +115.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +277% |
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Galactose
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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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 33.3mg | 1.59mg | 1379% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 2463µg | 273% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 29.1mg | 194% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.626mg | 2.141mg | 117% |
| Selenium | 55.8µg | 6.3µg | 90% |
| Fiber | 14.1g | 34.9g | 83% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 1.23mg | 82% |
| Vitamin K | 0.8µg | 80.3µg | 66% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.929g | 7.766g | 46% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.477mg | 2.51mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 1320mg | 2280mg | 28% |
| Copper | 0.48mg | 0.713mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.046mg | 0.33mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 168mg | 314mg | 21% |
| Iron | 19.8mg | 21.14mg | 17% |
| Fats | 4.24g | 12.89g | 13% |
| Calcium | 114mg | 229mg | 12% |
| Protein | 8.98g | 14.14g | 10% |
| Folate | 13µg | 49µg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 214mg | 178mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 3.64mg | 4.33mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 71.62g | 53.99g | 6% |
| Fructose | 1.78g | 6.71g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.479g | 1.695g | 3% |
| Calories | 335kcal | 282kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 9.62mg | 10.06mg | 3% |
| Choline | 41.2mg | 51.5mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 2.599g | 2.14g | 2% |
| Sodium | 27mg | 68mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 0.9mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 57.52g | 19.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.39g | 10.34g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.152mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.289mg | 0.49mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.341mg | 0.57mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.513mg | 0.92mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0.69mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.089mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.311mg | 0.61mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.411mg | 0.75mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.199mg | 0.25mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.223g | 0.453g | N/A |
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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
34%
221%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
603%
193%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Paprika is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Paprika is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.459g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Paprika is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ground ginger is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.95g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ground ginger contains less Sodium (difference - 41mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ground ginger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Ground ginger is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)