Pecan vs. Mixed nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are pecan and mixed nuts different?
- Pecan is higher in manganese, vitamin B1, and copper; however, mixed nuts are richer in selenium, vitamin E, vitamin B3, magnesium, phosphorus, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for pecan is 107% higher.
- Pecan contains 3 times more vitamin B1 than mixed nuts. While pecan contains 0.66mg of vitamin B1, mixed nuts contain only 0.189mg.
- Pecan has less saturated fat.
- Pecan has a lower glycemic index (10) than mixed nuts (24).
Nuts, pecans and Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, with peanuts, without salt added are the varieties used in this article.
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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 CopperCopper | +32.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +34.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +120.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +89.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +67.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +54.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +64.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +792.1% |
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 | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +249.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +458.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +560.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +32.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +67.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +62.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +277.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +28.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.17 g
Fats:
71.97 g
Carbs:
13.86 g
Water:
3.52 g
Other:
1.48 g
Protein:
20.04 g
Fats:
53.95 g
Carbs:
21.05 g
Water:
2.08 g
Other:
2.88 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +33.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +69.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +118.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +51.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +94.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.18 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
40.801 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
21.614 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 | -29.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +43.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +47.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0.46 g
Sucrose:
3.9 g
Glucose:
0.04 g
Fructose:
0.04 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
4.2 g
Sucrose:
4.15 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +813% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 4.5mg | 2.04mg | 107% |
| Selenium | 3.8µg | 33.9µg | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 21.614g | 14.612g | 47% |
| Vitamin E | 1.4mg | 7.82mg | 43% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.167mg | 7.709mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.66mg | 0.189mg | 39% |
| Copper | 1.2mg | 0.907mg | 33% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 40.801g | 28.488g | 31% |
| Fats | 71.97g | 53.95g | 28% |
| Magnesium | 121mg | 229mg | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 277mg | 456mg | 26% |
| Protein | 9.17g | 20.04g | 22% |
| Folate | 22µg | 83µg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 6.18g | 8.711g | 12% |
| Zinc | 4.53mg | 3.36mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.21mg | 0.352mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 9.6g | 7g | 10% |
| Potassium | 410mg | 632mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.863mg | 1.14mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 117mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.196mg | 5% |
| Calories | 691kcal | 607kcal | 4% |
| Starch | 0.46g | 4.2g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 5.7µg | 2% |
| Choline | 40.5mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 13.86g | 21.05g | 2% |
| Iron | 2.53mg | 2.61mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.26g | 14.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.97g | 4.15g | N/A |
| Sodium | 0mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.093mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.306mg | 0.703mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.336mg | 0.826mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.598mg | 1.656mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.287mg | 0.782mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.183mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.426mg | 1.182mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.411mg | 1.001mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.262mg | 0.572mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.082g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pecan is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pecan contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pecan is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.531g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pecan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($3)