Kit Kat vs. Quinoa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between kit Kat and quinoa?
- Kit Kat is richer in vitamin B12, calcium, and vitamin B2, while quinoa is higher in manganese, zinc, vitamin B6, fiber, folate, and magnesium.
- Kit Kat's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 89% higher.
- Quinoa is lower in saturated fat.
We used Candies, KIT KAT Wafer Bar and Quinoa, 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 | +635.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +34.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +78.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +73% |
| Contains more IronIron | +49% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1111.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +531% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +90.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +21.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +34.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +85.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +515% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +48% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1253.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +203.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +66.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +4293.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1006.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +20.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +66.3% |
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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 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 |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 17.953g | 0.231g | 81% |
| Fats | 25.99g | 1.92g | 37% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.56µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.631mg | 23% |
| Calories | 518kcal | 120kcal | 20% |
| Carbs | 64.59g | 21.3g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.64mg | 13% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.844g | 0.528g | 13% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 17mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.09mg | 1.09mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02mg | 0.123mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.21mg | 0.11mg | 8% |
| Folate | 14µg | 42µg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 2.8g | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 1.49mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 64mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 2.8µg | 4% |
| Protein | 6.51g | 4.4g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Caffeine | 14mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 5.2µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.22mg | 0.192mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Starch | 10.6g | 17.63g | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 135mg | 152mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.34mg | 0.63mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 231mg | 172mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.895g | 1.078g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.5mg | 0.412mg | 1% |
| Choline | 31mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.117mg | 0.107mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 63.59g | 18.5g | N/A |
| Sugar | 48.68g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.099g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.09mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.19mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.28mg | 0.157mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.52mg | 0.261mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0.096mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.36mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.11mg | 0.127mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.075g | N/A |
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
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11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Quinoa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Quinoa is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.81g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Quinoa contains less Sodium (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Quinoa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.722g)
Which food is cheaper?
Quinoa is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kit Kat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kit Kat is relatively richer in vitamins
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.