Halva vs. Cumin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between halva and cumin
- Halva has more copper, while cumin has more iron, manganese, calcium, potassium, magnesium, vitamin A, fiber, vitamin B2, and vitamin B1.
- Cumin's daily need coverage for iron is 773% higher.
- Cumin has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of cumin is 0, while the glycemic index of halva is 55.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, halavah, plain and Spices, cumin seed.
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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 CopperCopper | +38.6% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21.6% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +121.2% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +67.9% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2721.2% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +856.1% |
Contains more IronIron | +1364.9% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +11.1% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -13.8% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +281.8% |
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 FolateFolate | +550% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +7600% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +48.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +271.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +60.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +25% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +36.7% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.6% |
Contains more WaterWater | +119.6% |
Contains more OtherOther | +316.4% |
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Fats
~22.27g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +158.6% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.8% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +71.3% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Iron | 4.53mg | 66.36mg | 773% |
Manganese | 0.873mg | 3.333mg | 107% |
Calcium | 33mg | 931mg | 90% |
Potassium | 187mg | 1788mg | 47% |
Copper | 1.202mg | 0.867mg | 37% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 8.481g | 3.279g | 35% |
Magnesium | 218mg | 366mg | 35% |
Fiber | 4.5g | 10.5g | 24% |
Vitamin E | 3.33mg | 22% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.088mg | 0.327mg | 18% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.424mg | 0.628mg | 17% |
Monounsaturated fat | 8.194g | 14.04g | 15% |
Phosphorus | 607mg | 499mg | 15% |
Folate | 65µg | 10µg | 14% |
Saturated fat | 4.127g | 1.535g | 12% |
Selenium | 11.5µg | 5.2µg | 11% |
Protein | 12.49g | 17.81g | 11% |
Vitamin B3 | 2.856mg | 4.579mg | 11% |
Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 7.7mg | 8% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.348mg | 0.435mg | 7% |
Vitamin A | 0µg | 64µg | 7% |
Carbs | 60.49g | 44.24g | 5% |
Vitamin K | 5.4µg | 5% | |
Calories | 469kcal | 375kcal | 5% |
Zinc | 4.32mg | 4.8mg | 4% |
Choline | 24.7mg | 4% | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.174mg | 3% | |
Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0µg | 2% |
Sodium | 195mg | 168mg | 1% |
Fats | 21.52g | 22.27g | 1% |
Net carbs | 55.99g | 33.74g | N/A |
Sugar | 2.25g | 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
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44%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
133%

431%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Halva is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.25g)
Which food is cheaper?

Halva is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Cumin contains less Sodium (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Cumin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.592g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Cumin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Cumin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.