Peanut butter vs. Spread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between peanut butter and spread
- Peanut butter has more vitamin E, phosphorus, fiber, potassium, polyunsaturated fat, and monounsaturated fat; however, spread is higher in vitamin K.
- Peanut butter covers your daily need for vitamin E, 49% more than spread.
- Spread has less sugar.
- The glycemic index of peanut butter is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Peanut butter, smooth style, without salt and Margarine-like spread, SMART BEAT Super Light without saturated fat.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +4550% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 EVitamin E | +435.3% |
| 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 FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4000% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.21 g
Fats:
51.36 g
Carbs:
22.31 g
Water:
1.23 g
Other:
2.89 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
17.1 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
80.83 g
Other:
2.07 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +200.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +39.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +6471.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.325 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
25.941 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.535 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.22 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.6 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.98 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +241.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +214.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.5% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 13.112mg | 82% | |
| Manganese | 1.665mg | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 12.535g | 3.98g | 57% |
| Fats | 51.36g | 17.1g | 53% |
| Vitamin E | 9.1mg | 1.7mg | 49% |
| Phosphorus | 335mg | 0mg | 48% |
| Copper | 0.422mg | 47% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 25.941g | 7.6g | 46% |
| Protein | 22.21g | 0g | 44% |
| Magnesium | 168mg | 40% | |
| Saturated fat | 10.325g | 2.22g | 37% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.441mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 17mg | 755mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.137mg | 23% | |
| Zinc | 2.51mg | 23% | |
| Folate | 87µg | 22% | |
| Calories | 598kcal | 158kcal | 22% |
| Iron | 1.74mg | 22% | |
| Fiber | 5g | 0g | 20% |
| Potassium | 558mg | 12mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.192mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 13% | |
| Choline | 63mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 12.3µg | 10% |
| Selenium | 4.1µg | 7% | |
| Carbs | 22.31g | 0g | 7% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 5% | |
| Starch | 3.56g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 17.31g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.49g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.075g | 2.45g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.231mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.525mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.616mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.546mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.681mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.202mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.782mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.557mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.215g | N/A |
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
60%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spread is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.49g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.105g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Spread is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peanut butter contains less Sodium (difference - 738mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Peanut butter is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Peanut butter is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)