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Lentil vs. Poppy seed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Lentil and Poppy seed

  • Lentil has more Folate, while Poppy seed has more Manganese, Copper, Calcium, Phosphorus, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc, Vitamin B1, and Fiber.
  • Poppy seed covers your daily need of Manganese 270% more than Lentil.
  • Lentil contains 2 times more Folate than Poppy seed. While Lentil contains 181µg of Folate, Poppy seed contains only 82µg.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt and Spices, poppy seed.

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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 less Sodium -92.3%
Contains more Calcium +7468.4%
Contains more Iron +193.1%
Contains more Magnesium +863.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +383.3%
Contains more Potassium +94.9%
Contains more Zinc +522%
Contains more Copper +548.2%
Contains more Manganese +1257.7%
Contains more Selenium +382.1%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 125% 26% 78% 33% 1% 35% 84% 65% 16%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 432% 366% 248% 373% 64% 4% 216% 543% 875% 74%
Contains less Sodium -92.3%
Contains more Calcium +7468.4%
Contains more Iron +193.1%
Contains more Magnesium +863.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +383.3%
Contains more Potassium +94.9%
Contains more Zinc +522%
Contains more Copper +548.2%
Contains more Manganese +1257.7%
Contains more Selenium +382.1%

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.
Lentil
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +50%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +18.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +96.9%
Contains more Folate +120.7%
Contains more Vitamin K +∞%
Contains more Vitamin E +1509.1%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +405.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +37%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +38.8%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 3% 0% 5% 43% 17% 20% 39% 42% 136% 0% 5%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 36% 0% 4% 214% 24% 17% 20% 57% 62% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +50%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +18.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +96.9%
Contains more Folate +120.7%
Contains more Vitamin K +∞%
Contains more Vitamin E +1509.1%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +405.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +37%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +38.8%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +1070.4%
Contains more Protein +99.4%
Contains more Fats +10836.8%
Contains more Carbs +39.7%
Contains more Other +667.5%
9% 20% 70%
Protein: 9.02 g
Fats: 0.38 g
Carbs: 20.13 g
Water: 69.64 g
Other: 0.83 g
18% 42% 28% 6% 6%
Protein: 17.99 g
Fats: 41.56 g
Carbs: 28.13 g
Water: 5.95 g
Other: 6.37 g
Contains more Water +1070.4%
Contains more Protein +99.4%
Contains more Fats +10836.8%
Contains more Carbs +39.7%
Contains more Other +667.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -98.8%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +9246.9%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +16225.1%
18% 22% 60%
Saturated Fat: 0.053 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.064 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.175 g
12% 15% 73%
Saturated Fat: 4.517 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.982 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 28.569 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -98.8%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +9246.9%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +16225.1%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Lentil Poppy seed Opinion
Net carbs 12.23g 8.63g Lentil
Protein 9.02g 17.99g Poppy seed
Fats 0.38g 41.56g Poppy seed
Carbs 20.13g 28.13g Poppy seed
Calories 116kcal 525kcal Poppy seed
Fructose 0.29g Poppy seed
Sugar 1.8g 2.99g Lentil
Fiber 7.9g 19.5g Poppy seed
Calcium 19mg 1438mg Poppy seed
Iron 3.33mg 9.76mg Poppy seed
Magnesium 36mg 347mg Poppy seed
Phosphorus 180mg 870mg Poppy seed
Potassium 369mg 719mg Poppy seed
Sodium 2mg 26mg Lentil
Zinc 1.27mg 7.9mg Poppy seed
Copper 0.251mg 1.627mg Poppy seed
Manganese 0.494mg 6.707mg Poppy seed
Selenium 2.8µg 13.5µg Poppy seed
Vitamin A 8IU 0IU Lentil
Vitamin E 0.11mg 1.77mg Poppy seed
Vitamin C 1.5mg 1mg Lentil
Vitamin B1 0.169mg 0.854mg Poppy seed
Vitamin B2 0.073mg 0.1mg Poppy seed
Vitamin B3 1.06mg 0.896mg Lentil
Vitamin B5 0.638mg 0.324mg Lentil
Vitamin B6 0.178mg 0.247mg Poppy seed
Folate 181µg 82µg Lentil
Vitamin K 1.7µg 0µg Lentil
Tryptophan 0.081mg 0.184mg Poppy seed
Threonine 0.323mg 0.686mg Poppy seed
Isoleucine 0.39mg 0.819mg Poppy seed
Leucine 0.654mg 1.321mg Poppy seed
Lysine 0.63mg 0.952mg Poppy seed
Methionine 0.077mg 0.502mg Poppy seed
Phenylalanine 0.445mg 0.758mg Poppy seed
Valine 0.448mg 1.095mg Poppy seed
Histidine 0.254mg 0.471mg Poppy seed
Saturated Fat 0.053g 4.517g Lentil
Monounsaturated Fat 0.064g 5.982g Poppy seed
Polyunsaturated fat 0.175g 28.569g Poppy seed
Omega-3 - ALA 0.273g Poppy seed

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Lentil Poppy seed
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
26%
Lentil
36%
Poppy seed
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
Lentil
319%
Poppy seed

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Poppy seed
Poppy seed is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Poppy seed
Poppy seed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lentil
Lentil is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.19g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lentil
Lentil contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lentil
Lentil is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.464g)
Which food is cheaper?
Lentil
Lentil is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

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. Lentil - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172421/nutrients
  2. Poppy seed - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171330/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.