Mexican tea vs. Black pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Mexican tea and black pepper
- Mexican tea has more folate and vitamin B2; however, black pepper has more manganese, copper, iron, fiber, vitamin B5, potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for black pepper is 420% higher.
- Black pepper has 13 times less folate than Mexican tea. Mexican tea has 215µg of folate, while black pepper has 17µg.
Food types used in this article are Epazote, raw and Spices, pepper, black.
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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 | +41.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +61.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +110% |
| Contains more IronIron | +416.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +600% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +83.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -53.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +311.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +444.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +93.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1164.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +285.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +78.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +681.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +91.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.33 g
Fats:
0.52 g
Carbs:
7.44 g
Water:
89.21 g
Other:
2.5 g
Protein:
10.39 g
Fats:
3.26 g
Carbs:
63.95 g
Water:
12.46 g
Other:
9.94 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +616% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3048.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +526.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +759.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +297.6% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 3.098mg | 12.753mg | 420% |
| Vitamin K | 163.7µg | 136% | |
| Copper | 0.19mg | 1.33mg | 127% |
| Iron | 1.88mg | 9.71mg | 98% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 25.3g | 86% |
| Folate | 215µg | 17µg | 50% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.179mg | 1.399mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 633mg | 1329mg | 20% |
| Protein | 0.33g | 10.39g | 20% |
| Carbs | 7.44g | 63.95g | 19% |
| Calcium | 275mg | 443mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.348mg | 0.18mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 121mg | 171mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.152mg | 0.291mg | 11% |
| Calories | 32kcal | 251kcal | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 86mg | 158mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 1.04mg | 7% | |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 4.9µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0.108mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.998g | 7% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.392g | 6% | |
| Vitamin C | 3.6mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Fats | 0.52g | 3.26g | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.639mg | 1.143mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Choline | 11.3mg | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.739g | 2% | |
| Sodium | 43mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.19mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.64g | 38.65g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.64g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.244mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.366mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.014mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.244mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.446mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.547mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.159mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.23g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.152g | 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
25%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
297%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mexican tea is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.64g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mexican tea is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.392g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mexican tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Black pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 23mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Black pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Black pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2.5)