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Nutmeg vs. Macaroon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Nutmeg and Macaroon

  • Nutmeg is richer than Macaroon in Copper, Fiber, Magnesium, Iron, Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, Folate, Calcium, and Zinc.
  • Daily need coverage for Copper from Nutmeg is 84% higher.
  • Nutmeg contains 37 times more Calcium than Macaroon. Nutmeg contains 184mg of Calcium, while Macaroon contains 5mg.
  • Macaroon contains less Saturated Fat.

Food types used in this article are Spices, nutmeg, ground and Cookies, coconut macaroon.

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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 Calcium +3580%
Contains more Iron +270.7%
Contains more Magnesium +531%
Contains more Phosphorus +213.2%
Contains more Potassium +184.6%
Contains less Sodium -93.4%
Contains more Zinc +194.5%
Contains more Copper +281.8%
Contains more Selenium +325%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 56% 114% 131% 92% 31% 3% 59% 343% 379% 9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 2% 31% 21% 30% 11% 32% 20% 90% 0% 38%
Contains more Calcium +3580%
Contains more Iron +270.7%
Contains more Magnesium +531%
Contains more Phosphorus +213.2%
Contains more Potassium +184.6%
Contains less Sodium -93.4%
Contains more Zinc +194.5%
Contains more Copper +281.8%
Contains more Selenium +325%

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.
Nutmeg
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +1630%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +490.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +66.7%
Contains more Folate +2433.3%
Contains more Vitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin K +∞%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.06
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 7% 0% 0% 10% 87% 14% 25% 0% 37% 57% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 4% 0% 0% 5% 14% 5% 0% 23% 3% 0% 3%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +1630%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +490.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +66.7%
Contains more Folate +2433.3%
Contains more Vitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin K +∞%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.06

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +93.4%
Contains more Fats +61%
Contains more Other +36.3%
Contains more Carbs +24.2%
Contains more Water +84.6%
6% 36% 49% 6% 2%
Protein: 5.84 g
Fats: 36.31 g
Carbs: 49.29 g
Water: 6.23 g
Other: 2.33 g
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
Contains more Protein +93.4%
Contains more Fats +61%
Contains more Other +36.3%
Contains more Carbs +24.2%
Contains more Water +84.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +100%
Contains less Saturated Fat -22.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +131.4%
88% 11%
Saturated Fat: 25.94 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 3.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.35 g
89% 7% 4%
Saturated Fat: 20.099 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.81 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +100%
Contains less Saturated Fat -22.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +131.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Nutmeg Macaroon
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Nutmeg Macaroon Opinion
Net carbs 28.49g 56.12g Macaroon
Protein 5.84g 3.02g Nutmeg
Fats 36.31g 22.55g Nutmeg
Carbs 49.29g 61.22g Macaroon
Calories 525kcal 460kcal Nutmeg
Sugar 2.99g 45.16g Nutmeg
Fiber 20.8g 5.1g Nutmeg
Calcium 184mg 5mg Nutmeg
Iron 3.04mg 0.82mg Nutmeg
Magnesium 183mg 29mg Nutmeg
Phosphorus 213mg 68mg Nutmeg
Potassium 350mg 123mg Nutmeg
Sodium 16mg 241mg Nutmeg
Zinc 2.15mg 0.73mg Nutmeg
Copper 1.027mg 0.269mg Nutmeg
Manganese 2.9mg Nutmeg
Selenium 1.6µg 6.8µg Macaroon
Vitamin A 102IU 0IU Nutmeg
Vitamin A RAE 5µg 0µg Nutmeg
Vitamin E 0mg 0.19mg Macaroon
Vitamin C 3mg 0mg Nutmeg
Vitamin B1 0.346mg 0.02mg Nutmeg
Vitamin B2 0.057mg 0.06mg Macaroon
Vitamin B3 1.299mg 0.22mg Nutmeg
Vitamin B6 0.16mg 0.096mg Nutmeg
Folate 76µg 3µg Nutmeg
Vitamin K 0µg 1.1µg Macaroon
Saturated Fat 25.94g 20.099g Macaroon
Monounsaturated Fat 3.22g 1.61g Nutmeg
Polyunsaturated fat 0.35g 0.81g Macaroon

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Nutmeg Macaroon
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Nutmeg
4%
Macaroon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
Nutmeg
27%
Macaroon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.17g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 225mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.841g)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Nutmeg - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171326/nutrients
  2. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.