Hazelnut vs. Sunflower seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Hazelnut and Sunflower seeds?
- Hazelnut is richer in Manganese, yet Sunflower seeds are richer in Vitamin E, Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Vitamin B3, Magnesium, Folate, and Zinc.
- Hazelnut's daily need coverage for Manganese is 184% higher.
We used Nuts, hazelnuts or filberts and Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried 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 | +46.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +216.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +99.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +11.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +104.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +127.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2108.3% |
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 | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +134% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +130.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +214.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +363.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +23.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +138.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +20.8% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.95 g
Fats:
60.75 g
Carbs:
16.7 g
Water:
5.31 g
Other:
2.29 g
Protein:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +32.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.464 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
45.652 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.92 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.455 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.137 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +146.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +192.1% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~4.455g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0.48 g
Sucrose:
4.2 g
Glucose:
0.07 g
Fructose:
0.07 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
2.5 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +68% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Maltose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 628kcal | 584kcal |
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| Protein | 14.95g | 20.78g |
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| Fats | 60.75g | 51.46g |
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| Vitamin C | 6.3mg | 1.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 7g | 11.4g |
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| Carbs | 16.7g | 20g |
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| Magnesium | 163mg | 325mg |
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| Calcium | 114mg | 78mg |
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| Potassium | 680mg | 645mg |
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| Iron | 4.7mg | 5.25mg |
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| Sugar | 4.34g | 2.62g |
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| Fiber | 9.7g | 8.6g |
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| Copper | 1.725mg | 1.8mg |
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| Zinc | 2.45mg | 5mg |
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| Starch | 0.48g |
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| Phosphorus | 290mg | 660mg |
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| Sodium | 0mg | 9mg |
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| Vitamin A | 20IU | 50IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 15.03mg | 35.17mg |
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| Manganese | 6.175mg | 1.95mg |
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| Selenium | 2.4µg | 53µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.643mg | 1.48mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.113mg | 0.355mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 8.335mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.918mg | 1.13mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.563mg | 1.345mg |
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| Vitamin K | 14.2µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 113µg | 227µg |
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| Choline | 45.6mg | 55.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.464g | 4.455g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 45.652g | 18.528g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.92g | 23.137g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.193mg | 0.348mg |
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| Threonine | 0.497mg | 0.928mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.545mg | 1.139mg |
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| Leucine | 1.063mg | 1.659mg |
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| Lysine | 0.42mg | 0.937mg |
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| Methionine | 0.221mg | 0.494mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.663mg | 1.169mg |
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| Valine | 0.701mg | 1.315mg |
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| Histidine | 0.432mg | 0.632mg |
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| Fructose | 0.07g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.014g |
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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
67%
146%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
197%
207%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.72g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.0090000000000003g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sunflower seeds is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hazelnut contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hazelnut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)