Mung bean vs. Pigeon pea raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between mung beans and pigeon pea raw
- Mung beans are higher in folate, iron, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and fiber; however, pigeon pea raw is richer in manganese and copper.
- Mung beans' daily need coverage for folate is 42% higher.
The food types used in this comparison are Mung beans, mature seeds, raw and Pigeon peas (red gram), mature seeds, 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 IronIron | +28.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -11.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +73% |
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 AVitamin A | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +24.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +50.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +35% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +37.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31.7% |
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:
21.7 g
Fats:
1.49 g
Carbs:
62.78 g
Water:
10.59 g
Other:
3.44 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +29.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17% |
~equal in
Protein
~21.7g
~equal in
Carbs
~62.78g
~equal in
Other
~3.44g
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
0.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.012 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.814 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1241.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +112% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~0.33g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 625µg | 456µg | 42% |
| Manganese | 1.035mg | 1.791mg | 33% |
| Iron | 6.74mg | 5.23mg | 19% |
| Choline | 97.9mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.91mg | 1.266mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.941mg | 1.057mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 9µg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.382mg | 0.283mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 16.3g | 15g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.8mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.251mg | 2.965mg | 4% |
| Protein | 23.86g | 21.7g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.233mg | 0.187mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 1246mg | 1392mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.51mg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.384g | 0.814g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.621mg | 0.643mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 2.68mg | 2.76mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 189mg | 183mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Fats | 1.15g | 1.49g | 1% |
| Calories | 347kcal | 343kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 46.32g | 47.78g | N/A |
| Carbs | 62.62g | 62.78g | 0% |
| Calcium | 132mg | 130mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.6g | N/A | |
| Phosphorus | 367mg | 367mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 15mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 8.2µg | 8.2µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.348g | 0.33g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.161g | 0.012g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.26mg | 0.212mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.782mg | 0.767mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.008mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.847mg | 1.549mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.664mg | 1.521mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.286mg | 0.243mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.443mg | 1.858mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.237mg | 0.937mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.695mg | 0.774mg | 0% |
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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%
57%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
126%
135%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pigeon pea raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.6g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pigeon pea raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.018g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pigeon pea raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is cheaper?
Pigeon pea raw is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mung bean contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mung bean 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 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.