Nattō vs. Chickpea flour (besan) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between nattō and chickpea flour (besan)
- Nattō has more iron, calcium, and vitamin C; however, chickpea flour (besan) is richer in folate, vitamin B6, copper, vitamin B1, fiber, phosphorus, and magnesium.
- Chickpea flour (besan) covers your daily folate needs 107% more than nattō.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Natto and Chickpea flour (besan).
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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 | +382.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +77% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +44.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +16% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +36.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +82.8% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +79.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +153.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +8200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +203.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +181.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +278.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +5362.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.4 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
12.68 g
Water:
55.02 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
22.39 g
Fats:
6.69 g
Carbs:
57.82 g
Water:
10.28 g
Other:
2.82 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +64.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +435.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +356% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +48.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.591 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.43 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.21 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.693 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.504 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.983 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +61.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +108.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -56.4% |
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 | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 8µg | 437µg | 107% |
| Iron | 8.6mg | 4.86mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.492mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.486mg | 27% |
| Copper | 0.667mg | 0.912mg | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 2.983g | 22% |
| Fiber | 5.4g | 10.8g | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 174mg | 318mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 217mg | 45mg | 17% |
| Carbs | 12.68g | 57.82g | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 115mg | 166mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 23.1µg | 9.1µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 1.762mg | 11% |
| Choline | 57mg | 10% | |
| Calories | 211kcal | 387kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.215mg | 0.606mg | 8% |
| Fats | 11g | 6.69g | 7% |
| Protein | 19.4g | 22.39g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.106mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.83mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.591g | 0.693g | 4% |
| Manganese | 1.528mg | 1.6mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 729mg | 846mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 64mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 3.03mg | 2.81mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.43g | 1.504g | 2% |
| Selenium | 8.8µg | 8.3µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.28g | 47.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.89g | 10.85g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.223mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.813mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.931mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.509mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.145mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.208mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.941mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.018mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.512mg | 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
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54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
116%
117%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nattō is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.96g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nattō contains less Sodium (difference - 57mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chickpea flour (besan) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.898g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chickpea flour (besan) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is cheaper?
Chickpea flour (besan) is cheaper (difference - $2.1)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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