Nutmeg vs. Onion powder — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between nutmeg and onion powder
- Nutmeg has more manganese, copper, and fiber, while onion powder has more vitamin B6, selenium, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, and zinc.
- Nutmeg's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 129% higher.
- Onion powder contains 2 times less manganese than nutmeg. Nutmeg contains 2.9mg of manganese, while onion powder contains 1.3mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in onion powder is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Spices, nutmeg, ground and Spices, onion powder.
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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 | +61.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +74.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -78.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +123.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +108.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +181.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +28.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +88.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +51.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +793.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +304.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +18.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +680% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +32.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +348.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +343.2% |
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:
10.41 g
Fats:
1.04 g
Carbs:
79.12 g
Water:
5.39 g
Other:
4.04 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +3391.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +78.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +60.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +73.4% |
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
0.219 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.202 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.31 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1494.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.2% |
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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| Saturated fat | 25.94g | 0.219g | 117% |
| Manganese | 2.9mg | 1.3mg | 70% |
| Fats | 36.31g | 1.04g | 54% |
| Copper | 1.027mg | 0.59mg | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 0.718mg | 43% |
| Selenium | 1.6µg | 14.3µg | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 23.4mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 20.8g | 15.2g | 22% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 384mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 985mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 4.05mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 183mg | 113mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 213mg | 322mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.732mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 3.9mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 49.29g | 79.12g | 10% |
| Protein | 5.84g | 10.41g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.346mg | 0.457mg | 9% |
| Calories | 525kcal | 341kcal | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.22g | 0.202g | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.299mg | 0.321mg | 6% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 39mg | 5% |
| Folate | 76µg | 64µg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 4.1µg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.67g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.27mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 73mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.49g | 63.92g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | 6.63g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.35g | 0.31g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.14mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.14mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.09mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.17mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.16mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.015g | 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%
39%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
113%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Onion powder is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 25.721g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Onion powder is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Onion powder is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Onion powder is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Onion powder is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nutmeg is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 57mg)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)