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Indian masala vs. Bulgur — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between Indian masala and Bulgur

  • Indian masala has less Fiber.
  • Bulgur contains 23 times less Sugar than Indian masala. Indian masala contains 2.3g of Sugar, while Bulgur contains 0.1g.

Food varieties used in this article are SMART SOUP, Indian Bean Masala and Bulgur, 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 Calcium +120%
Contains less Sodium -94.6%
Equal in Iron - 0.96
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 7% 38% 0% 0% 0% 12% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 36% 23% 18% 6% 1% 16% 25% 80% 4%
Contains more Calcium +120%
Contains less Sodium -94.6%
Equal in Iron - 0.96

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.
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Bulgur
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Choline Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Choline Vitamin K 1% 1% 0% 0% 15% 7% 19% 21% 20% 14% 0% 4% 2%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +266.7%
Contains more Other +200%
Contains more Carbs +77%
Equal in Protein - 3.08
Equal in Water - 77.76
3% 11% 84%
Protein: 3.3 g
Fats: 0.88 g
Carbs: 10.5 g
Water: 84.3 g
Other: 1.02 g
3% 19% 78%
Protein: 3.08 g
Fats: 0.24 g
Carbs: 18.58 g
Water: 77.76 g
Other: 0.34 g
Contains more Fats +266.7%
Contains more Other +200%
Contains more Carbs +77%
Equal in Protein - 3.08
Equal in Water - 77.76

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -76.7%
100%
Saturated Fat: 0.18 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0 g
25% 18% 57%
Saturated Fat: 0.042 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.031 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.098 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -76.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Indian masala Bulgur
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Indian masala Bulgur Opinion
Net carbs 7.9g 14.08g Bulgur
Protein 3.3g 3.08g Indian masala
Fats 0.88g 0.24g Indian masala
Carbs 10.5g 18.58g Bulgur
Calories 57kcal 83kcal Bulgur
Sugar 2.3g 0.1g Bulgur
Fiber 2.6g 4.5g Bulgur
Calcium 22mg 10mg Indian masala
Iron 1mg 0.96mg Indian masala
Magnesium 32mg Bulgur
Phosphorus 40mg Bulgur
Potassium 68mg Bulgur
Sodium 92mg 5mg Bulgur
Zinc 0.57mg Bulgur
Copper 0.075mg Bulgur
Manganese 0.609mg Bulgur
Selenium 0.6µg Bulgur
Vitamin A 2IU Bulgur
Vitamin E 0.01mg Bulgur
Vitamin B1 0.057mg Bulgur
Vitamin B2 0.028mg Bulgur
Vitamin B3 1mg Bulgur
Vitamin B5 0.344mg Bulgur
Vitamin B6 0.083mg Bulgur
Folate 18µg Bulgur
Choline 6.9mg Bulgur
Vitamin K 0.5µg Bulgur
Tryptophan 0.048mg Bulgur
Threonine 0.089mg Bulgur
Isoleucine 0.114mg Bulgur
Leucine 0.208mg Bulgur
Lysine 0.085mg Bulgur
Methionine 0.048mg Bulgur
Phenylalanine 0.145mg Bulgur
Valine 0.139mg Bulgur
Histidine 0.071mg Bulgur
Saturated Fat 0.18g 0.042g Bulgur
Monounsaturated Fat 0.031g Bulgur
Polyunsaturated fat 0.098g Bulgur

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Indian masala Bulgur
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
0%
Indian masala
8%
Bulgur
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
Indian masala
21%
Bulgur

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Indian masala
Indian masala is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Indian masala
Indian masala is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Bulgur
Bulgur is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bulgur
Bulgur contains less Sodium (difference - 87mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Bulgur
Bulgur is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.138g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Bulgur
Bulgur is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Bulgur
Bulgur is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Indian masala - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171181/nutrients
  2. Bulgur - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170287/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.