Peanut vs. Mixed nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between peanuts and mixed nuts
- Peanuts are richer in folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, copper, iron, and vitamin B5, yet mixed nuts are richer in selenium, magnesium, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for mixed nuts is 49% higher.
- Peanuts contain 3 times more vitamin B1 than mixed nuts. Peanuts contain 0.64mg of vitamin B1, while mixed nuts contain 0.189mg.
- Peanuts contain less saturated fat.
- Peanuts have a lower glycemic index than mixed nuts.
Food types used in this article are Peanuts, all types, raw and Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, with peanuts, without salt added.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +11.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +75.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +26.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +36.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +27.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -72.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +370.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +238.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +56.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +55% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +189.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +45.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
25.8 g
Fats:
49.24 g
Carbs:
16.13 g
Water:
6.5 g
Other:
2.33 g
Protein:
20.04 g
Fats:
53.95 g
Carbs:
21.05 g
Water:
2.08 g
Other:
2.88 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +212.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +23.6% |
~equal in
Fats
~53.95g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.279 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
24.426 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
15.558 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.711 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
28.488 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.612 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16.6% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~14.612g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 7.2µg | 33.9µg | 49% |
| Folate | 240µg | 83µg | 39% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.64mg | 0.189mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B3 | 12.066mg | 7.709mg | 27% |
| Copper | 1.144mg | 0.907mg | 26% |
| Iron | 4.58mg | 2.61mg | 25% |
| Magnesium | 168mg | 229mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.767mg | 1.14mg | 13% |
| Protein | 25.8g | 20.04g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 6.279g | 8.711g | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 376mg | 456mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 24.426g | 28.488g | 10% |
| Fats | 49.24g | 53.95g | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 15.558g | 14.612g | 6% |
| Fiber | 8.5g | 7g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.196mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 1.934mg | 2.04mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 5.7µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 117mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 8.33mg | 7.82mg | 3% |
| Calories | 567kcal | 607kcal | 2% |
| Starch | 4.2g | 2% | |
| Potassium | 705mg | 632mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 16.13g | 21.05g | 2% |
| Sodium | 18mg | 5mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 3.27mg | 3.36mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.63g | 14.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.72g | 4.15g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.348mg | 0.352mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.055g | N/A |
| Choline | 52.5mg | 52mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.25mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.883mg | 0.703mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.907mg | 0.826mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.672mg | 1.656mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.926mg | 0.782mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.317mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.377mg | 1.182mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.082mg | 1.001mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.652mg | 0.572mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.082g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 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
75%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
139%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peanut is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.432g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peanut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Peanut is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mixed nuts is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.57g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mixed nuts contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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