Pumpkin seeds vs. Macadamia — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Pumpkin seeds and Macadamia
- Pumpkin seeds have more Zinc, Fiber, Magnesium, and Potassium, however, Macadamia have more Manganese, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B5, and Phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for Manganese from Macadamia is 158% higher.
- Macadamia has 8 times less Zinc than Pumpkin seeds. Pumpkin seeds have 10.3mg of Zinc, while Macadamia has 1.3mg.
- Pumpkin seeds are lower in Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Seeds, pumpkin and squash seeds, whole, roasted, without salt and Nuts, macadamia nuts, raw.
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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 | +101.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +149.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +692.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +54.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +11.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +104.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -72.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +732.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3414.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +211.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +764.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1253.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +643.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +22.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.55 g
Fats:
19.4 g
Carbs:
53.75 g
Water:
4.5 g
Other:
3.8 g
Protein:
7.91 g
Fats:
75.77 g
Carbs:
13.82 g
Water:
1.36 g
Other:
1.14 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +134.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +288.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +230.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +233.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +290.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.67 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.844 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
12.061 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
58.877 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.502 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -69.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +488.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +876.1% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 446kcal | 718kcal |
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| Protein | 18.55g | 7.91g |
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| Fats | 19.4g | 75.77g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 1.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 35.35g | 5.22g |
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| Carbs | 53.75g | 13.82g |
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| Magnesium | 262mg | 130mg |
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| Calcium | 55mg | 85mg |
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| Potassium | 919mg | 368mg |
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| Iron | 3.31mg | 3.69mg |
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| Sugar | 4.57g |
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| Fiber | 18.4g | 8.6g |
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| Copper | 0.69mg | 0.756mg |
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| Zinc | 10.3mg | 1.3mg |
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| Starch | 1.05g |
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| Phosphorus | 92mg | 188mg |
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| Sodium | 18mg | 5mg |
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| Vitamin A | 62IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 3µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.54mg |
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| Manganese | 0.496mg | 4.131mg |
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| Selenium | 3.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 1.195mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.052mg | 0.162mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.286mg | 2.473mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.056mg | 0.758mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.037mg | 0.275mg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 11µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.67g | 12.061g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.032g | 58.877g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.844g | 1.502g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.326mg | 0.067mg |
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| Threonine | 0.683mg | 0.37mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.956mg | 0.314mg |
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| Leucine | 1.572mg | 0.602mg |
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| Lysine | 1.386mg | 0.018mg |
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| Methionine | 0.417mg | 0.023mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.924mg | 0.665mg |
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| Valine | 1.491mg | 0.363mg |
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| Histidine | 0.515mg | 0.195mg |
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| Fructose | 0.07g |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
103%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pumpkin seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.57g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pumpkin seeds is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.391g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pumpkin seeds is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Macadamia contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Macadamia is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Macadamia 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 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.