Mustard vs. Pumpkin seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mustard and pumpkin seeds different?
- Mustard is higher in vitamin B1; however, pumpkin seeds are richer in zinc, copper, fiber, magnesium, potassium, iron, and monounsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for zinc for pumpkin seeds is 88% higher.
- Mustard contains 61 times more sodium than pumpkin seeds. While mustard contains 1104mg of sodium, pumpkin seeds contain only 18mg.
Mustard, prepared, yellow and Seeds, pumpkin and squash seeds, whole, roasted, without salt are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +14.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +445.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +504.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +105.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +832.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1509.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +17.5% |
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 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +420.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +34.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +97.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +353.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +89.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +28.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.74 g
Fats:
3.34 g
Carbs:
5.83 g
Water:
83.72 g
Other:
3.37 g
Protein:
18.55 g
Fats:
19.4 g
Carbs:
53.75 g
Water:
4.5 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1760.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +396% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +480.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +822% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.214 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.182 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.774 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.67 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.844 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +176.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1042.6% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Zinc | 0.64mg | 10.3mg | 88% |
| Copper | 0.074mg | 0.69mg | 68% |
| Selenium | 33.5µg | 61% | |
| Fiber | 4g | 18.4g | 58% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.774g | 8.844g | 54% |
| Magnesium | 48mg | 262mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 1104mg | 18mg | 47% |
| Protein | 3.74g | 18.55g | 30% |
| Fats | 3.34g | 19.4g | 25% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 919mg | 23% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 3.31mg | 21% |
| Calories | 60kcal | 446kcal | 19% |
| Carbs | 5.83g | 53.75g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 0.214g | 3.67g | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.177mg | 0.034mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.182g | 6.032g | 10% |
| Choline | 22.4mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 0.056mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.037mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.422mg | 0.496mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.565mg | 0.286mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.36mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 108mg | 92mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.052mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Folate | 7µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 55mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.83g | 35.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.92g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.64g | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0.326mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.167mg | 0.683mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.146mg | 0.956mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.292mg | 1.572mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.264mg | 1.386mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.076mg | 0.417mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.161mg | 0.924mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.189mg | 1.491mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.119mg | 0.515mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.23g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.373g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.358g | N/A |
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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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103%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pumpkin seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.92g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 1086mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mustard is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.456g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mustard is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Mustard is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mustard 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.