Brazil nut vs. Almonds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Brazil nut and Almonds different?
- Brazil nut is higher in Selenium, Copper, Phosphorus, Vitamin B1, and Magnesium, however, Almonds are richer in Vitamin E, Vitamin B2, Manganese, and Vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for Selenium from Brazil nut is 3478% higher.
- Brazil nut contains 4 times more Saturated Fat than Almonds. While Brazil nut contains 16.134g of Saturated Fat, Almonds contain only 3.802g.
Nuts, brazilnuts, dried, unblanched and Nuts, almonds are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +39.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +69.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +46656.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +68.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +52.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +78.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +201% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +353.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +3151.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1126.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +156% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +35.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +80.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.32 g
Fats:
67.1 g
Carbs:
11.74 g
Water:
3.42 g
Other:
3.42 g
Protein:
21.15 g
Fats:
49.93 g
Carbs:
21.55 g
Water:
4.41 g
Other:
2.96 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +47.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +83.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +28.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
16.134 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
23.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
24.399 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.802 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
31.551 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.329 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +97.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -76.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +32.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0.25 g
Sucrose:
2.33 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0.72 g
Sucrose:
3.95 g
Glucose:
0.17 g
Fructose:
0.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.04 g
Galactose:
0.07 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +188% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +69.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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Lactose
~0g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 659kcal | 579kcal |
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| Protein | 14.32g | 21.15g |
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| Fats | 67.1g | 49.93g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 4.24g | 9.05g |
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| Carbs | 11.74g | 21.55g |
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| Magnesium | 376mg | 270mg |
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| Calcium | 160mg | 269mg |
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| Potassium | 659mg | 733mg |
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| Iron | 2.43mg | 3.71mg |
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| Sugar | 2.33g | 4.35g |
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| Fiber | 7.5g | 12.5g |
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| Copper | 1.743mg | 1.031mg |
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| Zinc | 4.06mg | 3.12mg |
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| Starch | 0.25g | 0.72g |
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| Phosphorus | 725mg | 481mg |
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| Sodium | 3mg | 1mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 2IU |
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| Vitamin E | 5.65mg | 25.63mg |
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| Manganese | 1.223mg | 2.179mg |
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| Selenium | 1917µg | 4.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.617mg | 0.205mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.035mg | 1.138mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.295mg | 3.618mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.184mg | 0.471mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.101mg | 0.137mg |
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| Folate | 22µg | 44µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.015g |
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| Choline | 28.8mg | 52.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 16.134g | 3.802g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 23.879g | 31.551g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 24.399g | 12.329g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.135mg | 0.211mg |
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| Threonine | 0.365mg | 0.601mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.518mg | 0.751mg |
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| Leucine | 1.19mg | 1.473mg |
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| Lysine | 0.49mg | 0.568mg |
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| Methionine | 1.124mg | 0.157mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.639mg | 1.132mg |
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| Valine | 0.76mg | 0.855mg |
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| Histidine | 0.409mg | 0.539mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 0.11g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.018g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 23.859g | 12.32g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
27%
78%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
1208%
142%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brazil nut is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almonds contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Almonds is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 12.332g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almonds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is cheaper?
Almonds is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Almonds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.