Pecan vs. Rose hips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between pecan and rose hips
- Pecan has more manganese, copper, vitamin B1, zinc, and phosphorus; however, rose hips are higher in vitamin C, vitamin A, fiber, vitamin E, and vitamin K.
- Rose hips cover your daily vitamin C needs 472% more than pecan.
- Rose hips contain 41 times less vitamin B1 than pecan. Pecan contains 0.66mg of vitamin B1, while rose hips contain 0.016mg.
- The glycemic index of rose hips is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Nuts, pecans and Rose Hips, wild (Northern Plains Indians).
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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 | +75.4% |
Contains more IronIron | +138.7% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +961.9% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +1712% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +354.1% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +341.2% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +141.4% |
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 | +4025% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +176.3% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +633.3% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +237.5% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +38627.3% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +7133.3% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +317.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +11.4% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +640% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +473.1% |
Contains more FatsFats | +21067.6% |
Contains more OtherOther | +25.4% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +175.8% |
Contains more WaterWater | +1566.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
Contains more SucroseSucrose | +5471.4% |
Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +3250% |
Contains more FructoseFructose | +2800% |
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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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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 426mg | 472% |
Manganese | 4.5mg | 1.02mg | 151% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 21.614g | 144% | |
Copper | 1.2mg | 0.113mg | 121% |
Fats | 71.97g | 0.34g | 110% |
Monounsaturated fat | 40.801g | 102% | |
Fiber | 9.6g | 24.1g | 58% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.66mg | 0.016mg | 54% |
Zinc | 4.53mg | 0.25mg | 39% |
Phosphorus | 277mg | 61mg | 31% |
Vitamin E | 1.4mg | 5.84mg | 30% |
Saturated fat | 6.18g | 28% | |
Calories | 691kcal | 162kcal | 26% |
Vitamin A | 3µg | 217µg | 24% |
Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 25.9µg | 19% |
Iron | 2.53mg | 1.06mg | 18% |
Protein | 9.17g | 1.6g | 15% |
Magnesium | 121mg | 69mg | 12% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.21mg | 0.076mg | 10% |
Calcium | 70mg | 169mg | 10% |
Carbs | 13.86g | 38.22g | 8% |
Selenium | 3.8µg | 7% | |
Folate | 22µg | 3µg | 5% |
Choline | 40.5mg | 12mg | 5% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.166mg | 3% |
Fructose | 0.04g | 1.16g | 1% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.863mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.167mg | 1.3mg | 1% |
Potassium | 410mg | 429mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 4.26g | 14.12g | N/A |
Sugar | 3.97g | 2.58g | N/A |
Starch | 0.46g | 0% | |
Sodium | 0mg | 4mg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.093mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.306mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.336mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.598mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.287mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.183mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.426mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.411mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.262mg | 0% |
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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 Cholesterol?

Rose hips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Rose hips is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.39g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Rose hips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.18g)
Which food is cheaper?

Rose hips is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Pecan contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Pecan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Pecan is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.