Pumpkin vs. Egg white — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pumpkin and egg whites?
- Pumpkin is richer in vitamin A, copper, vitamin C, iron, vitamin E, and potassium, yet egg whites are richer in selenium and vitamin B2.
- Pumpkin's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 170% higher.
- Pumpkin contains less sodium.
- Egg whites have a lower glycemic index than pumpkin.
We used Pumpkin, raw and Egg, white, raw, fresh 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 CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +108.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +900% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +452.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +966.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +193.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1036.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6566.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +471.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +56.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1120% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +645.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +299.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +790.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +27% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +990% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +70% |
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Water
~87.57g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 426µg | 0µg | 47% |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 20µg | 36% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.439mg | 25% |
| Protein | 1g | 10.9g | 20% |
| Copper | 0.127mg | 0.023mg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.08mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 166mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 1.06mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.125mg | 0.011mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 340mg | 163mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.004mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.09µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.061mg | 0.005mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 44mg | 15mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 0.105mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.32mg | 0.03mg | 3% |
| Folate | 16µg | 4µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.298mg | 0.19mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 6.5g | 0.73g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Choline | 8.2mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Calories | 26kcal | 52kcal | 1% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 7mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.17g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 6g | 0.73g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.76g | 0.71g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0.052g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.013g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.029mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.031mg | 0.661mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.046mg | 1.016mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.054mg | 0.806mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.011mg | 0.399mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.032mg | 0.686mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.035mg | 0.809mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.016mg | 0.29mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 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
23%
10%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
17%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin contains less Sodium (difference - 165mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Pumpkin is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pumpkin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pumpkin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Egg white is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.05g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Egg white is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.052g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Egg white is lower in glycemic index (difference - 52)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)