Lotus seeds vs. Pistachio — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between lotus seeds and pistachios
- Lotus seeds have more manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, folate, and potassium; however, pistachios have more copper, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for copper for pistachios is 106% higher.
- Pistachios have 2 times less folate than lotus seeds. Lotus seeds have 104µg of folate, while pistachios have 51µg.
- Lotus seeds are lower in saturated fat.
- Lotus seeds have a higher glycemic index than pistachios.
Food types used in this article are Seeds, lotus seeds, dried and Nuts, pistachio nuts, raw.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +73.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +55.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +27.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +93.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +11% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +271.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +109.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +23.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +63.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +103.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +766.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +35.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +170.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.41 g
Fats:
1.97 g
Carbs:
64.47 g
Water:
14.16 g
Other:
3.99 g
Protein:
20.16 g
Fats:
45.32 g
Carbs:
27.17 g
Water:
4.37 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +137.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +224% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2200.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.388 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.166 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.907 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
23.257 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.38 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5894.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1133.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.35mg | 1.3mg | 106% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.166g | 14.38g | 88% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.629mg | 1.7mg | 82% |
| Fats | 1.97g | 45.32g | 67% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.388g | 23.257g | 57% |
| Manganese | 2.318mg | 1.2mg | 49% |
| Fiber | 10.6g | 42% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.33g | 5.907g | 25% |
| Magnesium | 210mg | 121mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 626mg | 490mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.64mg | 0.87mg | 19% |
| Vitamin E | 2.86mg | 19% | |
| Selenium | 7µg | 13% | |
| Folate | 104µg | 51µg | 13% |
| Carbs | 64.47g | 27.17g | 12% |
| Calories | 332kcal | 560kcal | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.05mg | 2.2mg | 10% |
| Protein | 15.41g | 20.16g | 10% |
| Potassium | 1368mg | 1025mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.851mg | 0.52mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.6mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 163mg | 105mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3.53mg | 3.92mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 26µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.6mg | 1.3mg | 2% |
| Starch | 1.67g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.16mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 64.47g | 16.57g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.66g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 5mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.221mg | 0.251mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.747mg | 0.684mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.765mg | 0.917mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.215mg | 1.604mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.985mg | 1.138mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.267mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.767mg | 1.092mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.991mg | 1.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.43mg | 0.512mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.091g | N/A |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
117%
125%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pistachio contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pistachio is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lotus seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.66g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lotus seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.577g)
Which food is cheaper?
Lotus seeds is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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