Ground beef vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between ground beef and cayenne pepper?
- Ground beef is richer in vitamin B12, yet cayenne pepper is richer in vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin B6, fiber, manganese, vitamin C, iron, vitamin K, and vitamin B2.
- Cayenne pepper's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 832% higher.
- Ground beef has a lower glycemic index than cayenne pepper.
We used Beef, ground, 70% lean meat / 30% fat, loaf, cooked, baked and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne types in this comparison.
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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 ZincZinc | +135.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +117% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +794.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +348.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +735.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +243.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +372.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +76.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -58.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22122.2% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +42.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +69266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +24758.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +543.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +437.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +116.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +687.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2669% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1414.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.87 g
Fats:
15.37 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
58.37 g
Other:
2.39 g
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +98.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +625.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +152.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.073 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.322 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.408 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +166.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1951.5% |
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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| Vitamin A | 3µg | 2081µg | 231% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 29.83mg | 198% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.311mg | 2.45mg | 165% |
| Fiber | 0g | 27.2g | 109% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.49µg | 0µg | 104% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 2mg | 87% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 76.4mg | 85% |
| Iron | 2.27mg | 7.8mg | 69% |
| Vitamin K | 2.9µg | 80.3µg | 65% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.171mg | 0.919mg | 58% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.408g | 8.37g | 53% |
| Potassium | 241mg | 2014mg | 52% |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.373mg | 33% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 152mg | 32% |
| Zinc | 5.84mg | 2.48mg | 31% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 0mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.026mg | 8.701mg | 29% |
| Folate | 7µg | 106µg | 25% |
| Protein | 23.87g | 12.01g | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.328mg | 23% |
| Selenium | 19.1µg | 8.8µg | 19% |
| Carbs | 0g | 56.63g | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 166mg | 293mg | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 6.073g | 3.26g | 13% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 148mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.322g | 2.75g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.512mg | 10% | |
| Choline | 73.2mg | 51.5mg | 4% |
| Calories | 241kcal | 318kcal | 4% |
| Fats | 15.37g | 17.27g | 3% |
| Sodium | 73mg | 30mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 29.43g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 10.34g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 1.173g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.923mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.055mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.861mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.976mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.614mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.172mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.775mg | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | 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
46%
221%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
50%
125%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ground beef is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ground beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Ground beef is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 43mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.813g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins