Nutmeg vs. Ground ginger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between nutmeg and ground ginger?
- Nutmeg is richer in copper, fiber, and vitamin B1, yet ground ginger is richer in manganese, iron, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and potassium.
- Ground ginger's daily need coverage for manganese is 1322% higher.
- Nutmeg has 10 times more saturated fat than ground ginger. Nutmeg has 25.94g of saturated fat, while ground ginger has 2.599g.
We used Spices, nutmeg, ground and Spices, ginger, ground 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 CalciumCalcium | +61.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +114% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +26.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +277.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +551.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +69.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1048.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3387.5% |
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 | +328.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +652.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +484.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +198.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +640.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +291.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +368.2% |
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:
8.98 g
Fats:
4.24 g
Carbs:
71.62 g
Water:
9.94 g
Other:
5.22 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +756.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +59.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +124% |
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
2.599 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.479 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.929 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +572.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +165.4% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.9mg | 33.3mg | 1322% |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 19.8mg | 210% |
| Saturated fat | 25.94g | 2.599g | 106% |
| Selenium | 1.6µg | 55.8µg | 99% |
| Copper | 1.027mg | 0.48mg | 61% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.299mg | 9.62mg | 52% |
| Fats | 36.31g | 4.24g | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 0.626mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 1320mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 20.8g | 14.1g | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.346mg | 0.046mg | 25% |
| Folate | 76µg | 13µg | 16% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 3.64mg | 14% |
| Calories | 525kcal | 335kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.477mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 0.17mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.22g | 0.479g | 7% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 114mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 183mg | 214mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 49.29g | 71.62g | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 213mg | 168mg | 6% |
| Protein | 5.84g | 8.98g | 6% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 41.2mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.35g | 0.929g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 0.7mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.78g | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 0.8µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.49g | 57.52g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | 3.39g | N/A |
| Sodium | 16mg | 27mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.152mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.289mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.341mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.513mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.311mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.411mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.199mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.223g | 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%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
603%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nutmeg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ground ginger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 23.341g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ground ginger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Ground ginger is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ground ginger is relatively richer in minerals
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.