Mung bean vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between mung beans and cheese sandwich
- Mung beans have more folate, copper, fiber, iron, magnesium, potassium, vitamin B5, and vitamin B1, while cheese sandwich has more selenium.
- Mung beans cover your daily need for folate, 140% more than cheese sandwich.
- Mung beans contain 6 times more copper than cheese sandwich. While mung beans contain 0.941mg of copper, cheese sandwich contains only 0.16mg.
- The amount of sodium in mung beans is lower.
- Mung beans have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of mung beans is 31, while the glycemic index of cheese sandwich is 54.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Mung beans, mature seeds, raw and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling.
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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 | +250% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +307.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +157.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +488.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +208% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +54.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +196.3% |
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 | +220% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +73.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +207.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +46.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +876.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +83.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +41.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.86 g
Fats:
1.15 g
Carbs:
62.62 g
Water:
9.05 g
Other:
3.32 g
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +143.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +182.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2073.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.5% |
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Carbs
~58.2g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.348 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.161 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.384 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6329.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2287% |
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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| Folate | 625µg | 64µg | 140% |
| Copper | 0.941mg | 0.16mg | 87% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.384g | 9.166g | 59% |
| Fiber | 16.3g | 3.1g | 53% |
| Iron | 6.74mg | 2.62mg | 52% |
| Fats | 1.15g | 25g | 37% |
| Sodium | 15mg | 839mg | 36% |
| Magnesium | 189mg | 54mg | 32% |
| Selenium | 8.2µg | 24.3µg | 29% |
| Protein | 23.86g | 9.8g | 28% |
| Potassium | 1246mg | 306mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.91mg | 0.622mg | 26% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.161g | 10.351g | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.621mg | 0.358mg | 22% |
| Choline | 97.9mg | 18% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.348g | 4.129g | 17% |
| Zinc | 2.68mg | 0.87mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.233mg | 0.427mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.382mg | 0.261mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 9µg | 8% | |
| Calories | 347kcal | 497kcal | 8% |
| Calcium | 132mg | 204mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.251mg | 3.185mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.12µg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.8mg | 1.5mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.51mg | 3% | |
| Manganese | 1.035mg | 1.083mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 21µg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 367mg | 382mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 62.62g | 58.2g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 46.32g | 55.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.6g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.26mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.782mg | 0.298mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.008mg | 0.383mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.847mg | 0.698mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.664mg | 0.344mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.286mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.443mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.237mg | 0.438mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.695mg | 0.219mg | 0% |
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
79%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
126%
85%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mung bean is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mung bean contains less Sodium (difference - 824mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mung bean is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.781g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mung bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mung bean is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.6g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheese sandwich is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.