Millet flour vs. Quinoa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Millet flour and Quinoa
- Millet flour is richer than Quinoa in Selenium, Copper, Vitamin B3, Iron, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Manganese, Zinc, and Magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for Selenium from Millet flour is 54% higher.
- Millet flour contains 15 times more Vitamin B3 than Quinoa. Millet flour contains 6.02mg of Vitamin B3, while Quinoa contains 0.412mg.
Food types used in this article are Millet flour and Quinoa, cooked.
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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 | +85.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +30.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +164.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +178.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +141.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +87.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +58.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1067.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +21.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +286% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1361.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +202.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +472.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.75 g
Fats:
4.25 g
Carbs:
75.12 g
Water:
8.67 g
Other:
1.21 g
Protein:
4.4 g
Fats:
1.92 g
Carbs:
21.3 g
Water:
71.61 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +144.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +121.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +252.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +57.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +726% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.536 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.924 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.618 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.231 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.078 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +75% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +142.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -56.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
69.88 g
Sucrose:
0.3 g
Glucose:
1.26 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.11 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
17.63 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +296.4% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 382kcal | 120kcal |
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| Protein | 10.75g | 4.4g |
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| Fats | 4.25g | 1.92g |
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| Net carbs | 71.62g | 18.5g |
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| Carbs | 75.12g | 21.3g |
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| Magnesium | 119mg | 64mg |
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| Calcium | 14mg | 17mg |
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| Potassium | 224mg | 172mg |
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| Iron | 3.94mg | 1.49mg |
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| Sugar | 1.66g | 0.87g |
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| Fiber | 3.5g | 2.8g |
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| Copper | 0.535mg | 0.192mg |
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| Zinc | 2.63mg | 1.09mg |
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| Starch | 69.88g | 17.63g |
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| Phosphorus | 285mg | 152mg |
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| Sodium | 4mg | 7mg |
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| Vitamin A | 5IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.63mg |
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| Manganese | 1.002mg | 0.631mg |
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| Selenium | 32.7µg | 2.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.413mg | 0.107mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.073mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.02mg | 0.412mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.267mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.123mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.8µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 42µg | 42µg | |
| Trans Fat | 0.002g |
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| Choline | 23mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.536g | 0.231g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.924g | 0.528g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.618g | 1.078g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.17mg | 0.052mg |
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| Threonine | 0.354mg | 0.131mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.473mg | 0.157mg |
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| Leucine | 1.537mg | 0.261mg |
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| Lysine | 0.144mg | 0.239mg |
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| Methionine | 0.319mg | 0.096mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.675mg | 0.185mg |
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| Valine | 0.584mg | 0.185mg |
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| Histidine | 0.257mg | 0.127mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.044g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.549g |
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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
33%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
94%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Quinoa is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.79g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Quinoa is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.305g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Quinoa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Millet flour is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Millet flour contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Millet flour is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.