Pistachio vs. Hickory nut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between pistachios and hickory nut
- Pistachios are higher in vitamin B6, copper, iron, phosphorus, potassium, and fiber; however, hickory nut are richer in manganese, vitamin B5, zinc, and magnesium.
- Hickory nut' daily need coverage for manganese is 148% higher.
- Pistachios have 9 times more vitamin B6 than hickory nut. While pistachios have 1.7mg of vitamin B6, hickory nut have only 0.192mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Nuts, pistachio nuts, raw and Nuts, hickorynuts, dried.
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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 | +72.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +135.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +84.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +76.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +45.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +43% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +95.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +284.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +15.7% |
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 | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +271.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +785.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +27.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +235.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.16 g
Fats:
45.32 g
Carbs:
27.17 g
Water:
4.37 g
Other:
2.98 g
Protein:
12.72 g
Fats:
64.37 g
Carbs:
18.25 g
Water:
2.65 g
Other:
2.01 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +58.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +48.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +64.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +48.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +42% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.907 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
23.257 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.38 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.038 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
32.611 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
21.886 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +40.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +52.2% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 1.2mg | 4.61mg | 148% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.7mg | 0.192mg | 116% |
| Copper | 1.3mg | 0.738mg | 62% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 14.38g | 21.886g | 50% |
| Fats | 45.32g | 64.37g | 29% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.52mg | 1.746mg | 25% |
| Iron | 3.92mg | 2.12mg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 23.257g | 32.611g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 490mg | 336mg | 22% |
| Vitamin E | 2.86mg | 19% | |
| Zinc | 2.2mg | 4.31mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 10.6g | 6.4g | 17% |
| Potassium | 1025mg | 436mg | 17% |
| Protein | 20.16g | 12.72g | 15% |
| Magnesium | 121mg | 173mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.907g | 7.038g | 5% |
| Calories | 560kcal | 657kcal | 5% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 61mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 2mg | 4% |
| Folate | 51µg | 40µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 27.17g | 18.25g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.3mg | 0.907mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 7µg | 8.1µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.16mg | 0.131mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 26µg | 7µg | 2% |
| Starch | 1.67g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 16.57g | 11.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.66g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 1mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.87mg | 0.867mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.251mg | 0.139mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.684mg | 0.422mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.917mg | 0.576mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.604mg | 1.027mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.138mg | 0.497mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.36mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.092mg | 0.713mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.249mg | 0.73mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.512mg | 0.389mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.091g | 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
63%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
125%
141%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pistachio is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.131g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pistachio is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hickory nut is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.66g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hickory nut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Hickory nut is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
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 (1 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.