Nutmeg vs. White bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between nutmeg and white bread
- Nutmeg is richer in copper, manganese, fiber, magnesium, and phosphorus, yet white bread is richer in selenium, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for nutmeg is 126% higher.
- Nutmeg contains 10 times more copper than white bread. Nutmeg contains 1.027mg of copper, while white bread contains 0.101mg.
- White bread contains less saturated fat.
- Nutmeg has a lower glycemic index than white bread.
Food types used in this article are Spices, nutmeg, ground and Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs).
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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 | +695.7% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +27.8% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +177.8% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +916.8% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +190.5% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +117.3% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.7% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +441% |
Contains more IronIron | +18.8% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1275% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +83.9% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +54% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +326.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +268% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +46.1% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +65.9% |
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:
8.85 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
49.42 g
Water:
36.42 g
Other:
1.98 g
Contains more FatsFats | +990.4% |
Contains more OtherOther | +17.7% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +51.5% |
Contains more WaterWater | +484.6% |
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Carbs
~49.42g
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
0.698 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.599 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.602 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +437.6% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.3% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +357.7% |
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 price |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Saturated fat | 25.94g | 0.698g | 115% |
Manganese | 2.9mg | 0.536mg | 103% |
Copper | 1.027mg | 0.101mg | 103% |
Fiber | 20.8g | 2.7g | 72% |
Fats | 36.31g | 3.33g | 51% |
Magnesium | 183mg | 23mg | 38% |
Selenium | 1.6µg | 22µg | 37% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.299mg | 4.78mg | 22% |
Sodium | 16mg | 490mg | 21% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.346mg | 0.533mg | 16% |
Phosphorus | 213mg | 98mg | 16% |
Starch | 37.17g | 15% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 0.243mg | 14% |
Calories | 525kcal | 266kcal | 13% |
Zinc | 2.15mg | 0.74mg | 13% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 11% | |
Folate | 76µg | 111µg | 9% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.35g | 1.602g | 8% |
Monounsaturated fat | 3.22g | 0.599g | 7% |
Iron | 3.04mg | 3.61mg | 7% |
Potassium | 350mg | 126mg | 7% |
Protein | 5.84g | 8.85g | 6% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 0.087mg | 6% |
Calcium | 184mg | 144mg | 4% |
Fructose | 2.43g | 3% | |
Vitamin C | 3mg | 0mg | 3% |
Choline | 8.8mg | 14.6mg | 1% |
Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
Vitamin A | 5µg | 0µg | 1% |
Carbs | 49.29g | 49.42g | 0% |
Net carbs | 28.49g | 46.72g | N/A |
Sugar | 2.99g | 5.67g | N/A |
Vitamin K | 0µg | 0.2µg | 0% |
Trans fat | 0.027g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 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%

33%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%

56%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

White bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 25.242g)
Which food is cheaper?

White bread is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

White bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Nutmeg is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 474mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 73)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Nutmeg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)