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Marjoram vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Marjoram and Cayenne pepper

  • Marjoram has more Iron, Vitamin K, Calcium, Manganese, Copper, and Fiber, however, Cayenne pepper has more Vitamin E , Vitamin A RAE, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B2.
  • Daily need coverage for Iron from Marjoram is 936% higher.
  • Cayenne pepper has 13 times less Calcium than Marjoram. Marjoram has 1990mg of Calcium, while Cayenne pepper has 148mg.

Food types used in this article are Spices, marjoram, dried and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne.

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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 Calcium +1244.6%
Contains more Iron +960.4%
Contains more Magnesium +127.6%
Contains more Zinc +45.2%
Contains more Copper +203.8%
Contains more Manganese +171.7%
Contains more Potassium +32.3%
Contains less Sodium -61%
Contains more Selenium +95.6%
Equal in Phosphorus - 293
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 597% 3102% 248% 132% 135% 11% 99% 378% 709% 25%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 45% 293% 109% 126% 178% 4% 68% 125% 261% 48%
Contains more Calcium +1244.6%
Contains more Iron +960.4%
Contains more Magnesium +127.6%
Contains more Zinc +45.2%
Contains more Copper +203.8%
Contains more Manganese +171.7%
Contains more Potassium +32.3%
Contains less Sodium -61%
Contains more Selenium +95.6%
Equal in Phosphorus - 293

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.
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Contains more Folate +158.5%
Contains more Vitamin K +674.2%
Contains more Vitamin A +415.7%
Contains more Vitamin E +1665.1%
Contains more Vitamin C +48.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +13.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +190.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +111.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +105.9%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 485% 34% 0% 172% 73% 73% 78% 0% 275% 206% 0% 1555%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 2497% 597% 0% 255% 82% 213% 164% 0% 566% 80% 0% 201%
Contains more Folate +158.5%
Contains more Vitamin K +674.2%
Contains more Vitamin A +415.7%
Contains more Vitamin E +1665.1%
Contains more Vitamin C +48.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +13.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +190.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +111.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +105.9%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Other +100.3%
Contains more Fats +145.3%
Equal in Protein - 12.01
Equal in Carbs - 56.63
Equal in Water - 8.05
13% 7% 61% 8% 12%
Protein: 12.66 g
Fats: 7.04 g
Carbs: 60.56 g
Water: 7.64 g
Other: 12.1 g
12% 17% 57% 8% 6%
Protein: 12.01 g
Fats: 17.27 g
Carbs: 56.63 g
Water: 8.05 g
Other: 6.04 g
Contains more Other +100.3%
Contains more Fats +145.3%
Equal in Protein - 12.01
Equal in Carbs - 56.63
Equal in Water - 8.05

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -83.8%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +192.6%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +90%
9% 16% 75%
Saturated Fat: 0.529 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.94 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.405 g
23% 19% 58%
Saturated Fat: 3.26 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 8.37 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -83.8%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +192.6%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +90%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Marjoram Cayenne pepper Opinion
Net carbs 20.26g 29.43g Cayenne pepper
Protein 12.66g 12.01g Marjoram
Fats 7.04g 17.27g Cayenne pepper
Carbs 60.56g 56.63g Marjoram
Calories 271kcal 318kcal Cayenne pepper
Sugar 4.09g 10.34g Marjoram
Fiber 40.3g 27.2g Marjoram
Calcium 1990mg 148mg Marjoram
Iron 82.71mg 7.8mg Marjoram
Magnesium 346mg 152mg Marjoram
Phosphorus 306mg 293mg Marjoram
Potassium 1522mg 2014mg Cayenne pepper
Sodium 77mg 30mg Cayenne pepper
Zinc 3.6mg 2.48mg Marjoram
Copper 1.133mg 0.373mg Marjoram
Manganese 5.433mg 2mg Marjoram
Selenium 4.5µg 8.8µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin A 8068IU 41610IU Cayenne pepper
Vitamin A RAE 403µg 2081µg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin E 1.69mg 29.83mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin C 51.4mg 76.4mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B1 0.289mg 0.328mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B2 0.316mg 0.919mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B3 4.12mg 8.701mg Cayenne pepper
Vitamin B6 1.19mg 2.45mg Cayenne pepper
Folate 274µg 106µg Marjoram
Vitamin K 621.7µg 80.3µg Marjoram
Saturated Fat 0.529g 3.26g Marjoram
Monounsaturated Fat 0.94g 2.75g Cayenne pepper
Polyunsaturated fat 4.405g 8.37g Cayenne pepper

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Marjoram Cayenne pepper
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
246%
Marjoram
388%
Cayenne pepper
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
543%
Marjoram
125%
Cayenne pepper

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Marjoram
Marjoram is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.25g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Marjoram
Marjoram is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.731g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marjoram
Marjoram is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Marjoram
Marjoram is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Marjoram
Marjoram is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 47mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Marjoram - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170928/nutrients
  2. Cayenne pepper - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170932/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.