Pilaf vs. Mexican tea — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pilaf and Mexican tea?
- Pilaf is richer in selenium, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and vitamin B6, yet Mexican tea is richer in manganese, magnesium, vitamin B2, calcium, and potassium.
- Mexican tea's daily need coverage for manganese is 96% higher.
- Pilaf has 36 times more selenium than Mexican tea. Pilaf has 32.4µg of selenium, while Mexican tea has 0.9µg.
- Mexican tea contains less sodium.
We used Rice and vermicelli mix, rice pilaf flavor, unprepared and Epazote, raw types in this comparison.
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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 IronIron | +29.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +79.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3500% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +278.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +231.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +236.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +251.2% |
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 | +13.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2053.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +858.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +299.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +163.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +300% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.42 g
Fats:
1.37 g
Carbs:
76.31 g
Water:
8.04 g
Other:
3.86 g
Protein:
0.33 g
Fats:
0.52 g
Carbs:
7.44 g
Water:
89.21 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3057.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +163.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +925.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1009.6% |
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 | 0.882mg | 3.098mg | 96% |
| Selenium | 32.4µg | 0.9µg | 57% |
| Sodium | 1303mg | 43mg | 55% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.603mg | 0.028mg | 48% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.127mg | 0.639mg | 34% |
| Starch | 71.23g | 29% | |
| Carbs | 76.31g | 7.44g | 23% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 121mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.087mg | 0.348mg | 20% |
| Protein | 10.42g | 0.33g | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.152mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 275mg | 19% |
| Calories | 359kcal | 32kcal | 16% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 633mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.715mg | 0.179mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 3.8g | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 154mg | 86mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2.44mg | 1.88mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.166mg | 0.19mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.377g | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.307g | 1% | |
| Folate | 212µg | 215µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 1.01mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.373g | 1% | |
| Fats | 1.37g | 0.52g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4.1mg | 3.6mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 75.11g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.53g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.5µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.086mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.221mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.279mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.189mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.374mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.15mg | 0% |
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
47%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
77%
84%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Pilaf is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pilaf is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mexican tea is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mexican tea is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mexican tea contains less Sodium (difference - 1260mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mexican tea is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.307g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mexican tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.