Macadamia vs. Mixed nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are macadamia and mixed nuts different?
- Macadamia is richer in manganese and vitamin B1, while mixed nuts are higher in selenium, vitamin E, phosphorus, vitamin B3, magnesium, zinc, folate, and copper.
- Macadamia covers your daily need for manganese, 91% more than mixed nuts.
- Macadamia contains 6 times more vitamin B1 than mixed nuts. Macadamia contains 1.195mg of vitamin B1, while mixed nuts contain 0.189mg.
- Mixed nuts have a higher glycemic index (24) than macadamia (10).
Nuts, macadamia nuts, raw and Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, with peanuts, without salt added types were 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 IronIron | +41.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +102.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +76.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +37.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +20% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +158.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +142.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +841.7% |
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 | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +532.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1348.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +211.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +50.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +28% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +654.5% |
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:
20.04 g
Fats:
53.95 g
Carbs:
21.05 g
Water:
2.08 g
Other:
2.88 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +40.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +153.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +52.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +52.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +152.6% |
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
8.711 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
28.488 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.612 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +106.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +872.8% |
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:
4.2 g
Sucrose:
4.15 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +300% |
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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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 4.131mg | 2.04mg | 91% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.502g | 14.612g | 87% |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.195mg | 0.189mg | 84% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 58.877g | 28.488g | 76% |
| Selenium | 3.6µg | 33.9µg | 55% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 7.82mg | 49% |
| Phosphorus | 188mg | 456mg | 38% |
| Fats | 75.77g | 53.95g | 34% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.473mg | 7.709mg | 33% |
| Magnesium | 130mg | 229mg | 24% |
| Protein | 7.91g | 20.04g | 24% |
| Zinc | 1.3mg | 3.36mg | 19% |
| Folate | 11µg | 83µg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.756mg | 0.907mg | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 12.061g | 8.711g | 15% |
| Iron | 3.69mg | 2.61mg | 14% |
| Choline | 52mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 368mg | 632mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.758mg | 1.14mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.275mg | 0.352mg | 6% |
| Calories | 718kcal | 607kcal | 6% |
| Fiber | 8.6g | 7g | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.7µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 0.196mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 85mg | 117mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 13.82g | 21.05g | 2% |
| Starch | 1.05g | 4.2g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.22g | 14.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.57g | 4.15g | N/A |
| Sodium | 5mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.067mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.37mg | 0.703mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0.826mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.602mg | 1.656mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.018mg | 0.782mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.023mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.665mg | 1.182mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.363mg | 1.001mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.195mg | 0.572mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.082g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.013g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.455g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mixed nuts is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.42g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mixed nuts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.35g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Macadamia is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (5 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)