Oatmeal vs. Drinking water — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between oatmeal and drinking water
- Drinking water contains less iron, manganese, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, phosphorus, folate, selenium, and vitamin A than oatmeal.
- Daily need coverage for iron for oatmeal is 75% higher.
- Oatmeal has a higher glycemic index than drinking water.
Food types used in this article are Cereals, oats, instant, fortified, plain, prepared with water (boiling water added or microwaved) and Beverages, water, tap, drinking.
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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 | +2500% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2566.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +560% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +6100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.37 g
Fats:
1.36 g
Carbs:
11.67 g
Water:
84.03 g
Other:
0.57 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
99.9 g
Other:
0.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +470% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.9% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 5.96mg | 0mg | 75% |
| Manganese | 0.558mg | 0mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.26mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.025mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.215mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Vitamin A | 130µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 77mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Folate | 44µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 3mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 0g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.01mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.62mg | 0.01mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.317mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 1mg | 6% |
| Protein | 2.37g | 0g | 5% |
| Starch | 10.37g | 4% | |
| Carbs | 11.67g | 0g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.426g | 0g | 3% |
| Calories | 68kcal | 0kcal | 3% |
| Fats | 1.36g | 0g | 2% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 49mg | 4mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.226g | 0g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.391g | 0g | 1% |
| Choline | 4.7mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.97g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.46g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.4µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.105mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.2mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.13mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.151mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.057mg | 0% |
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
26%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
1%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oatmeal is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oatmeal is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drinking water is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.46g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Drinking water contains less Sodium (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drinking water is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.226g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drinking water is lower in glycemic index (difference - 79)
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 ($)