Kit Kat vs. Amaranth grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between kit Kat and amaranth grain
- Kit Kat has more vitamin B2, vitamin B1, copper, and calcium, while amaranth grain has more manganese, iron, vitamin B6, zinc, and magnesium.
- Amaranth grain's daily need coverage for manganese is 33% higher.
- Amaranth grain contains 10 times less Vitamin B2 than kit Kat. Kit Kat contains 0.21mg of Vitamin B2, while amaranth grain contains 0.022mg.
- Kit Kat has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of kit Kat is 50, while the glycemic index of amaranth grain is 97.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, KIT KAT Wafer Bar and Amaranth grain, 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 CalciumCalcium | +166% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +47.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +75.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +110% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +855.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +754% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +78.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +680% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +854.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +112.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +465% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +57.1% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.51 g
Fats:
25.99 g
Carbs:
64.59 g
Water:
1.63 g
Other:
1.28 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1544.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +245.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +66.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +4511% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
10.6 g
Sucrose:
40.04 g
Glucose:
0.16 g
Fructose:
0.2 g
Lactose:
8.21 g
Maltose:
0.07 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.23 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +53.1% |
~equal in
Galactose
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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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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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 price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 518kcal | 102kcal |
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| Protein | 6.51g | 3.8g |
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| Fats | 25.99g | 1.58g |
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| Net carbs | 63.59g | 16.59g |
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| Carbs | 64.59g | 18.69g |
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| Cholesterol | 11mg |
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| Magnesium | 37mg | 65mg |
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| Calcium | 125mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 231mg | 135mg |
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| Iron | 1mg | 2.1mg |
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| Sugar | 48.68g |
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| Fiber | 1g | 2.1g |
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| Copper | 0.22mg | 0.149mg |
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| Zinc | 0.09mg | 0.86mg |
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| Starch | 10.6g | 16.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 135mg | 148mg |
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| Sodium | 54mg | 6mg |
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| Vitamin A | 81IU |
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| Vitamin A | 24µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.34mg | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.854mg |
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| Selenium | 5µg | 5.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.117mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.21mg | 0.022mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.5mg | 0.235mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.64mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.02mg | 0.113mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.56µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.2µg |
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| Folate | 14µg | 22µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.099g |
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| Choline | 31mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 17.953g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.844g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.895g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.09mg |
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| Threonine | 0.19mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.28mg |
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| Leucine | 0.52mg |
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| Lysine | 0.28mg |
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| Methionine | 0.16mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.27mg |
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| Valine | 0.36mg |
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| Histidine | 0.11mg |
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| Fructose | 0.2g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.075g |
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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
19%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kit Kat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kit Kat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth grain is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth grain is lower in Sugar (difference - 48.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth grain contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 17.953g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)
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.