Chili pepper vs. Nutmeg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between chili pepper and nutmeg
- Chili pepper is richer in vitamin C and vitamin B6, yet nutmeg is richer in manganese, copper, fiber, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for chili pepper is 156% higher.
- Chili pepper contains 3 times more vitamin B6 than nutmeg. Chili pepper contains 0.506mg of vitamin B6, while nutmeg contains 0.16mg.
- Chili pepper contains less saturated fat.
- Nutmeg has a lower glycemic index than chili pepper.
Food types used in this article are Peppers, hot chili, red, raw and Spices, nutmeg, ground.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -43.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +695.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1214.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +195.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +696.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +726.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +395.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1450.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +220% |
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 | +4690% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +860% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +216.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +23.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +380.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +230.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.87 g
Fats:
0.44 g
Carbs:
8.81 g
Water:
88.02 g
Other:
0.86 g
Protein:
5.84 g
Fats:
36.31 g
Carbs:
49.29 g
Water:
6.23 g
Other:
2.33 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1312.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +212.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8152.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +459.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +170.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.042 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.024 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.239 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
25.94 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.35 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13316.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +46.4% |
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 price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 143.7mg | 3mg | 156% |
| Saturated fat | 0.042g | 25.94g | 118% |
| Manganese | 0.187mg | 2.9mg | 118% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 1.027mg | 100% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 20.8g | 77% |
| Fats | 0.44g | 36.31g | 55% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 183mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.506mg | 0.16mg | 27% |
| Iron | 1.03mg | 3.04mg | 25% |
| Calories | 40kcal | 525kcal | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 43mg | 213mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.072mg | 0.346mg | 23% |
| Zinc | 0.26mg | 2.15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 184mg | 17% |
| Folate | 23µg | 76µg | 13% |
| Carbs | 8.81g | 49.29g | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 14µg | 0µg | 12% |
| Protein | 1.87g | 5.84g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.024g | 3.22g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 48µg | 5µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.201mg | 4% | |
| Selenium | 0.5µg | 1.6µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.086mg | 0.057mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 322mg | 350mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.239g | 0.35g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.31g | 28.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.3g | 2.99g | N/A |
| Sodium | 9mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.244mg | 1.299mg | 0% |
| Choline | 10.9mg | 8.8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.074mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.105mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.024mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.062mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.041mg | 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
58%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
121%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nutmeg is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.31g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nutmeg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chili pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chili pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 25.898g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chili pepper is cheaper (difference - $5.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chili pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)