Mixed nuts vs. Cashew — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Mixed nuts and Cashew
- Mixed nuts are richer in Vitamin E, Vitamin B3, Selenium, and Manganese, yet Cashew is richer in Copper, Iron, Vitamin K, Zinc, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for Copper from Cashew is 143% higher.
- Mixed nuts contain 9 times more Vitamin E than Cashew. Mixed nuts contain 7.82mg of Vitamin E, while Cashew contains 0.9mg.
Food types used in this article are Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, with peanuts, without salt added and Nuts, cashew 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 CalciumCalcium | +216.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -58.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +23.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +70.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +27.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +155.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +142% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +72% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +768.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +237.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +625.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +31.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +232% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +123.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +18.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +498.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.04 g
Fats:
53.95 g
Carbs:
21.05 g
Water:
2.08 g
Other:
2.88 g
Protein:
18.22 g
Fats:
43.85 g
Carbs:
30.19 g
Water:
5.2 g
Other:
2.54 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +23% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +43.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +150% |
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Protein
~18.22g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
8.711 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
28.488 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.612 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
7.783 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
23.797 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.845 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +19.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +86.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -10.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
4.2 g
Sucrose:
4.15 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
23.49 g
Sucrose:
5.81 g
Glucose:
0.05 g
Fructose:
0.05 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +459.3% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +40% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
~0g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 607kcal | 553kcal |
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| Protein | 20.04g | 18.22g |
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| Fats | 53.95g | 43.85g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0.5mg | |
| Net carbs | 14.05g | 26.89g |
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| Carbs | 21.05g | 30.19g |
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| Magnesium | 229mg | 292mg |
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| Calcium | 117mg | 37mg |
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| Potassium | 632mg | 660mg |
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| Iron | 2.61mg | 6.68mg |
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| Sugar | 4.15g | 5.91g |
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| Fiber | 7g | 3.3g |
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| Copper | 0.907mg | 2.195mg |
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| Zinc | 3.36mg | 5.78mg |
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| Starch | 4.2g | 23.49g |
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| Phosphorus | 456mg | 593mg |
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| Sodium | 5mg | 12mg |
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| Vitamin A | 3IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin E | 7.82mg | 0.9mg |
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| Manganese | 2.04mg | 1.655mg |
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| Selenium | 33.9µg | 19.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.189mg | 0.423mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.196mg | 0.058mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 7.709mg | 1.062mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.14mg | 0.864mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.352mg | 0.417mg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.7µg | 34.1µg |
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| Folate | 83µg | 25µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.055g |
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| Choline | 52mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.711g | 7.783g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 28.488g | 23.797g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 14.612g | 7.845g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.22mg | 0.287mg |
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| Threonine | 0.703mg | 0.688mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.826mg | 0.789mg |
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| Leucine | 1.656mg | 1.472mg |
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| Lysine | 0.782mg | 0.928mg |
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| Methionine | 0.283mg | 0.362mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.182mg | 0.951mg |
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| Valine | 1.001mg | 1.094mg |
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| Histidine | 0.572mg | 0.456mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 0.05g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.082g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.013g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.455g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
139%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mixed nuts is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.76g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mixed nuts contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mixed nuts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cashew is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.928g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cashew is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cashew is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)