Jujube vs. Buckwheat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between jujube and buckwheat?
- Jujube is richer in vitamin C, yet buckwheat is richer in manganese, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, and zinc.
- Jujube's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 77% higher.
- Jujube has 3 times more potassium than buckwheat. Jujube has 250mg of potassium, while buckwheat has 88mg.
- Jujube has a lower glycemic index than buckwheat.
We used Jujube, raw and Buckwheat groats, roasted, cooked 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 CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +184.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +410% |
| Contains more IronIron | +66.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1120% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +204.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +379.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +181.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +210% |
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Carbs
~19.94g
~equal in
Water
~75.63g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 69mg | 0mg | 77% |
| Manganese | 0.084mg | 0.403mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 11% | |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 51mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.146mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.359mg | 7% | |
| Phosphorus | 23mg | 70mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.05mg | 0.61mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 250mg | 88mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 2.2µg | 4% | |
| Protein | 1.2g | 3.38g | 4% |
| Iron | 0.48mg | 0.8mg | 4% |
| Folate | 14µg | 4% | |
| Choline | 20.1mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.134g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.188g | 1% | |
| Calories | 79kcal | 92kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 21mg | 7mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0.62g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 20.23g | 17.24g | N/A |
| Carbs | 20.23g | 19.94g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.9g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 3mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.039mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.9mg | 0.94mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.188g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.129mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.127mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.212mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.079mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.1g | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
22%
8%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jujube is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jujube contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jujube is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.134g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jujube is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Jujube is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Buckwheat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Buckwheat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)