Nattō vs. Yeast — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are nattō and yeast different?
- Nattō is richer in iron and manganese, while yeast is higher in vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, fiber, and phosphorus.
- Yeast covers your daily need for vitamin B1, 902% more than nattō.
- Nattō contains 5 times more manganese than yeast. Nattō contains 1.528mg of manganese, while yeast contains 0.312mg.
Natto and Leavening agents, yeast, baker's, active dry types were 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +113% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +623.3% |
Contains more IronIron | +296.3% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +53% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +389.7% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11.4% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +31% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +162% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +266.1% |
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 | +4233.3% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +5675% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +78.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +6768.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2005.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +6179.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1053.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +29150% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more FatsFats | +44.5% |
Contains more WaterWater | +983.1% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +108.5% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +225.1% |
Contains more OtherOther | +197.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +36429.4% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -37.1% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +77.3% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Sodium |
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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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Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 10.99mg | 903% |
Folate | 8µg | 2340µg | 583% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 4mg | 293% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.215mg | 13.5mg | 266% |
Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 40.2mg | 251% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 1.5mg | 105% |
Fiber | 5.4g | 26.9g | 86% |
Iron | 8.6mg | 2.17mg | 80% |
Phosphorus | 174mg | 637mg | 66% |
Manganese | 1.528mg | 0.312mg | 53% |
Zinc | 3.03mg | 7.94mg | 45% |
Protein | 19.4g | 40.44g | 42% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 0.017g | 41% |
Copper | 0.667mg | 0.436mg | 26% |
Vitamin K | 23.1µg | 0.4µg | 19% |
Calcium | 217mg | 30mg | 19% |
Magnesium | 115mg | 54mg | 15% |
Vitamin C | 13mg | 0.3mg | 14% |
Carbs | 12.68g | 41.22g | 10% |
Potassium | 729mg | 955mg | 7% |
Calories | 211kcal | 325kcal | 6% |
Fats | 11g | 7.61g | 5% |
Choline | 57mg | 32mg | 5% |
Monounsaturated fat | 2.43g | 4.309g | 5% |
Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.07µg | 3% |
Saturated fat | 1.591g | 1.001g | 3% |
Selenium | 8.8µg | 7.9µg | 2% |
Sodium | 7mg | 51mg | 2% |
Net carbs | 7.28g | 14.32g | N/A |
Sugar | 4.89g | 0g | N/A |
Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0mg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.223mg | 0.54mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.813mg | 1.99mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.931mg | 1.89mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.509mg | 2.92mg | 0% |
Lysine | 1.145mg | 3.28mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.208mg | 0.59mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.941mg | 1.75mg | 0% |
Valine | 1.018mg | 2.31mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.512mg | 0.91mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?


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Low Fats diet |
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Low Carbs 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%

566%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
116%

94%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Yeast is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.89g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Yeast is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.59g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Yeast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is cheaper?

Yeast is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Nattō contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
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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