Halva vs. Peanut butter — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between halva and peanut butter
- Halva is higher in copper, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B1, zinc, and selenium, yet peanut butter is higher in vitamin B3, manganese, and vitamin B5.
- Halva covers your daily copper needs 87% more than peanut butter.
- Halva contains 3 times more vitamin B1 than peanut butter. While halva contains 0.424mg of vitamin B1, peanut butter contains only 0.15mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in halva is lower.
- The glycemic index of peanut butter is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Candies, halavah, plain and Peanut butter, smooth style, without salt.
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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 | +29.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +160.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +184.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +72.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +81.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +180.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +48.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +198.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +90.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +182.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +118.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +359.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +553.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +26.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.49 g
Fats:
21.52 g
Carbs:
60.49 g
Water:
3.67 g
Other:
1.83 g
Protein:
22.21 g
Fats:
51.36 g
Carbs:
22.31 g
Water:
1.23 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +171.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +198.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +77.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +138.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +57.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.127 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.194 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.481 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.325 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
25.941 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.535 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -60% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +216.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +47.8% |
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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| Copper | 1.202mg | 0.422mg | 87% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.856mg | 13.112mg | 64% |
| Vitamin E | 9.1mg | 61% | |
| Fats | 21.52g | 51.36g | 46% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.194g | 25.941g | 44% |
| Phosphorus | 607mg | 335mg | 39% |
| Iron | 4.53mg | 1.74mg | 35% |
| Manganese | 0.873mg | 1.665mg | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 4.127g | 10.325g | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.481g | 12.535g | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.424mg | 0.15mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.174mg | 1.137mg | 19% |
| Protein | 12.49g | 22.21g | 19% |
| Zinc | 4.32mg | 2.51mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 60.49g | 22.31g | 13% |
| Selenium | 11.5µg | 4.1µg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 218mg | 168mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 187mg | 558mg | 11% |
| Choline | 63mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.088mg | 0.192mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 195mg | 17mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.348mg | 0.441mg | 7% |
| Folate | 65µg | 87µg | 6% |
| Calories | 469kcal | 598kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Fiber | 4.5g | 5g | 2% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 49mg | 2% |
| Starch | 3.56g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 55.99g | 17.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.49g | N/A | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.075g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.231mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.525mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.616mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.546mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.681mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.202mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.782mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.557mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.215g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peanut butter contains less Sodium (difference - 178mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peanut butter is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is cheaper?
Peanut butter is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Peanut butter is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Halva is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.49g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Halva is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.198g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Halva is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)