Nectarine vs. Amaranth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between nectarine and amaranth
- Nectarine has more vitamin B3, while amaranth has more manganese, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, selenium, copper, vitamin B6, and zinc.
- Amaranth covers your daily need for manganese, 35% more than nectarine.
- Nectarine contains 5 times more vitamin B3 than amaranth. While nectarine contains 1.125mg of vitamin B3, amaranth contains only 0.235mg.
- Nectarine has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of nectarine is 43, while the glycemic index of amaranth is 97.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Nectarines, raw and Amaranth grain, cooked.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +48.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +622.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +683.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +650% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +73.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +405.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +469.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1481.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +305.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +126.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +378.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +352% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +340% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +258.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +393.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +77.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +23085.7% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.054mg | 0.854mg | 35% |
| Iron | 0.28mg | 2.1mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 26mg | 148mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 65mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 5.5µg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.086mg | 0.149mg | 7% |
| Starch | 0.07g | 16.23g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.025mg | 0.113mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 5.4mg | 6% | |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.86mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.125mg | 0.235mg | 6% |
| Protein | 1.06g | 3.8g | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.77mg | 0.19mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.185mg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 6mg | 47mg | 4% |
| Folate | 5µg | 22µg | 4% |
| Carbs | 10.55g | 18.69g | 3% |
| Calories | 44kcal | 102kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0.015mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 17µg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 201mg | 135mg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.32g | 1.58g | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.37g | 2% | |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 2.1g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.113g | 1% | |
| Choline | 6.2mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 8.85g | 16.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.89g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 0mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.027mg | 0.022mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.025g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.088g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.005mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.014mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.013mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.008mg | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nectarine contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nectarine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Nectarine is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nectarine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.89g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.025g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals