Nattō vs. Sunflower seed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Nattō and Sunflower seed different?
- Nattō is higher in Iron, however, Sunflower seed is richer in Vitamin E , Copper, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Selenium, Phosphorus, Folate, Vitamin B3, and Magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin E from Sunflower seed is 234% higher.
- Nattō contains 2 times more Iron than Sunflower seed. While Nattō contains 8.6mg of Iron, Sunflower seed contains only 5.25mg.
Natto and Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried 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.
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Contains more CalciumCalcium | +178.2% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13% |
Contains more IronIron | +63.8% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -22.2% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +182.6% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +169.9% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +65% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +279.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +27.6% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +502.3% |
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.
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Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +828.6% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +351600% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +825% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +86.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +425.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +934.6% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +2737.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein:
19.4 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
12.68 g
Water:
55.02 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
Contains more WaterWater | +1063.2% |
Contains more FatsFats | +367.8% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +57.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +59.5% |
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Protein
~20.78g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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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
4.455 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.137 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -64.3% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +662.5% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +272.6% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lower in Sugar | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | |||
Lower in price | |||
Rich in minerals | |||
Rich in vitamins | |||
Lower in Sodium | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 211kcal | 584kcal | |
Protein | 19.4g | 20.78g | |
Fats | 11g | 51.46g | |
Vitamin C | 13mg | 1.4mg | |
Net carbs | 7.28g | 11.4g | |
Carbs | 12.68g | 20g | |
Magnesium | 115mg | 325mg | |
Calcium | 217mg | 78mg | |
Potassium | 729mg | 645mg | |
Iron | 8.6mg | 5.25mg | |
Sugar | 4.89g | 2.62g | |
Fiber | 5.4g | 8.6g | |
Copper | 0.667mg | 1.8mg | |
Zinc | 3.03mg | 5mg | |
Phosphorus | 174mg | 660mg | |
Sodium | 7mg | 9mg | |
Vitamin A | 0IU | 50IU | |
Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 3µg | |
Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 35.17mg | |
Manganese | 1.528mg | 1.95mg | |
Selenium | 8.8µg | 53µg | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 1.48mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.355mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 8.335mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.215mg | 1.13mg | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 1.345mg | |
Vitamin K | 23.1µg | 0µg | |
Folate | 8µg | 227µg | |
Choline | 57mg | 55.1mg | |
Saturated Fat | 1.591g | 4.455g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.43g | 18.528g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 23.137g | |
Tryptophan | 0.223mg | 0.348mg | |
Threonine | 0.813mg | 0.928mg | |
Isoleucine | 0.931mg | 1.139mg | |
Leucine | 1.509mg | 1.659mg | |
Lysine | 1.145mg | 0.937mg | |
Methionine | 0.208mg | 0.494mg | |
Phenylalanine | 0.941mg | 1.169mg | |
Valine | 1.018mg | 1.315mg | |
Histidine | 0.512mg | 0.632mg | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.014g |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs diet | ||
Low Glycemic Index 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
20%
146%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
116%
207%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sunflower seed is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.27g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sunflower seed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is cheaper?
Sunflower seed is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seed is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sunflower seed is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nattō contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Nattō is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.864g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)