Nutmeg vs. Chicken fingers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between nutmeg and chicken fingers?
- Nutmeg is richer in manganese, copper, fiber, magnesium, and iron, yet chicken fingers are richer in vitamin B3, selenium, and vitamin E.
- Nutmeg's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 117% higher.
- Nutmeg has 17 times more fiber than chicken fingers. Nutmeg has 20.8g of fiber, while chicken fingers have 1.2g.
- Chicken fingers contain less saturated fat.
- Nutmeg has a lower glycemic index than chicken fingers.
We used Spices, nutmeg, ground and Fast foods, chicken tenders types in this comparison.
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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 | +553.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +982.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +316.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1388.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +202.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1171.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +32.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +993.8% |
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 | +172.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +214.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +214% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +532.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +166.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +396.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.84 g
Fats:
36.31 g
Carbs:
49.29 g
Water:
6.23 g
Other:
2.33 g
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +160.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +185.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +229.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +648.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
25.94 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.35 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +50% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1552.3% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.9mg | 0.228mg | 116% |
| Saturated fat | 25.94g | 2.493g | 107% |
| Copper | 1.027mg | 0.069mg | 106% |
| Fiber | 20.8g | 1.2g | 78% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.299mg | 8.217mg | 43% |
| Magnesium | 183mg | 28mg | 37% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.35g | 5.783g | 36% |
| Fats | 36.31g | 13.95g | 34% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 769mg | 33% |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 0.73mg | 29% |
| Selenium | 1.6µg | 17.5µg | 29% |
| Protein | 5.84g | 19.22g | 27% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 25% | |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 3.17mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 0.426mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.346mg | 0.11mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 17mg | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 48mg | 16% |
| Folate | 76µg | 19µg | 14% |
| Calories | 525kcal | 271kcal | 13% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 0.71mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 49.29g | 17.25g | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 213mg | 282mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 0.179mg | 9% |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 8µg | 7% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 43.7mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.22g | 4.83g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 1.1mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 373mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 7IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.49g | 16.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | N/A |
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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
18%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nutmeg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 753mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.59g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken fingers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 23.447g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken fingers is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
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.