Oat vs. Amaranth grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Oat and Amaranth grain
- The amount of Manganese, Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, Copper, Fiber, Iron, Zinc, Magnesium, Vitamin B2, and Potassium in Oat is higher than in Amaranth grain.
- Oat covers your daily Manganese needs 177% more than Amaranth grain.
- Amaranth grain has 51 times less Vitamin B1 than Oat. Oat has 0.763mg of Vitamin B1, while Amaranth grain has 0.015mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Oats and Amaranth grain, cooked.
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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 | +172.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +217.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +124.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +320.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +361.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +253.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +475.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +4986.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +531.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +308.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +154.5% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.89 g
Fats:
6.9 g
Carbs:
66.27 g
Water:
8.22 g
Other:
1.72 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +344.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +336.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +254.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +123.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +814.4% |
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 price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 389kcal | 102kcal |
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| Protein | 16.89g | 3.8g |
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| Fats | 6.9g | 1.58g |
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| Net carbs | 55.67g | 16.59g |
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| Carbs | 66.27g | 18.69g |
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| Magnesium | 177mg | 65mg |
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| Calcium | 54mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 429mg | 135mg |
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| Iron | 4.72mg | 2.1mg |
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| Fiber | 10.6g | 2.1g |
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| Copper | 0.626mg | 0.149mg |
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| Zinc | 3.97mg | 0.86mg |
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| Starch | 16.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 523mg | 148mg |
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| Sodium | 2mg | 6mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 4.916mg | 0.854mg |
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| Selenium | 5.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.763mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.139mg | 0.022mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.961mg | 0.235mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.349mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.119mg | 0.113mg |
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| Folate | 56µg | 22µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.217g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.178g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.535g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.234mg |
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| Threonine | 0.575mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.694mg |
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| Leucine | 1.284mg |
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| Lysine | 0.701mg |
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| Methionine | 0.312mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.895mg |
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| Valine | 0.937mg |
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| Histidine | 0.405mg |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
154%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Oat contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Oat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is cheaper?
Oat is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth grain is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.217g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)