Macadamia vs. Almond butter — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Macadamia and Almond butter?
- Macadamia is richer in Vitamin B1, and Manganese, yet Almond butter is richer in Vitamin E, Vitamin B2, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Calcium, Copper, and Zinc.
- Almond butter's daily need coverage for Vitamin E is 158% higher.
- Macadamia has 29 times more Vitamin B1 than Almond butter. Macadamia has 1.195mg of Vitamin B1, while Almond butter has 0.041mg.
- Almond butter contains less Saturated Fat.
We used Nuts, macadamia nuts, raw and Nuts, almond butter, plain, without salt added 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 less SodiumSodium | -28.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +93.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +50% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +114.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +308.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +103.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +23.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +153.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +170.2% |
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 | +2814.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +138.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +167% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4383.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +479.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +27.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +381.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.91 g
Fats:
75.77 g
Carbs:
13.82 g
Water:
1.36 g
Other:
1.14 g
Protein:
20.96 g
Fats:
55.5 g
Carbs:
18.82 g
Water:
1.64 g
Other:
3.08 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +36.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +165% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +36.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +20.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +170.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
12.061 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
58.877 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.502 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.152 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
32.445 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
13.613 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +81.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -65.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +806.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
1.05 g
Sucrose:
4.43 g
Glucose:
0.07 g
Fructose:
0.07 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0.08 g
Sucrose:
4.34 g
Glucose:
0.02 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.07 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +1212.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +250% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Sucrose
~4.34g
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Lactose
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Galactose
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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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 718kcal | 614kcal |
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| Protein | 7.91g | 20.96g |
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| Fats | 75.77g | 55.5g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.22g | 8.52g |
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| Carbs | 13.82g | 18.82g |
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| Magnesium | 130mg | 279mg |
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| Calcium | 85mg | 347mg |
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| Potassium | 368mg | 748mg |
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| Iron | 3.69mg | 3.49mg |
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| Sugar | 4.57g | 4.43g |
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| Fiber | 8.6g | 10.3g |
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| Copper | 0.756mg | 0.934mg |
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| Zinc | 1.3mg | 3.29mg |
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| Starch | 1.05g | 0.08g |
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| Phosphorus | 188mg | 508mg |
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| Sodium | 5mg | 7mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 1IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 24.21mg |
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| Manganese | 4.131mg | 2.131mg |
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| Selenium | 3.6µg | 2.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 1.195mg | 0.041mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 0.939mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.473mg | 3.155mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.758mg | 0.318mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.275mg | 0.103mg |
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| Folate | 11µg | 53µg |
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| Choline | 52.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 12.061g | 4.152g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 58.877g | 32.445g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.502g | 13.613g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.067mg | 0.159mg |
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| Threonine | 0.37mg | 0.555mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0.813mg |
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| Leucine | 0.602mg | 1.483mg |
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| Lysine | 0.018mg | 0.612mg |
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| Methionine | 0.023mg | 0.122mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.665mg | 1.149mg |
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| Valine | 0.363mg | 0.937mg |
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| Histidine | 0.195mg | 0.55mg |
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| Fructose | 0.07g | 0g |
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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
40%
68%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
122%
141%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Macadamia contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Almond butter is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.14g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Almond butter is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.909g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almond butter is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Almond butter 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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)
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.