Quinoa vs. Amaranth leaves — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between quinoa and amaranth leaves
- Quinoa has more phosphorus and vitamin B1; however, amaranth leaves are richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, manganese, folate, and iron.
- Amaranth leaves cover your daily vitamin K needs 950% more than quinoa.
- Amaranth leaves have 4 times less vitamin B1 than quinoa. Quinoa has 0.107mg of vitamin B1, while amaranth leaves have 0.027mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Quinoa, cooked and Amaranth leaves, 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 | +16.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +21.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +204% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +211.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1164.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +255.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +55.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +296.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +43.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +59.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +56.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +102.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.4 g
Fats:
1.92 g
Carbs:
21.3 g
Water:
71.61 g
Other:
0.77 g
Protein:
2.46 g
Fats:
0.33 g
Carbs:
4.02 g
Water:
91.69 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +78.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +481.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +429.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +28% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +94.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.231 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.078 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.091 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.076 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.147 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +594.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +633.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -60.6% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1140µg | 950% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 43.3mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 215mg | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 146µg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 152mg | 50mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 611mg | 13% |
| Folate | 42µg | 85µg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.631mg | 0.885mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.49mg | 2.32mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.107mg | 0.027mg | 7% |
| Starch | 17.63g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.078g | 0.147g | 6% |
| Carbs | 21.3g | 4.02g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.123mg | 0.192mg | 5% |
| Calories | 120kcal | 23kcal | 5% |
| Choline | 23mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.63mg | 4% | |
| Protein | 4.4g | 2.46g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.158mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.192mg | 0.162mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 0.9µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.412mg | 0.658mg | 2% |
| Fats | 1.92g | 0.33g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 55mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.9mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.528g | 0.076g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.231g | 0.091g | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.064mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 18.5g | 4.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.131mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.157mg | 0.119mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.261mg | 0.195mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.239mg | 0.127mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.096mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.185mg | 0.133mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.185mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.127mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | N/A |
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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
11%
247%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Quinoa contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth leaves is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.87g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth leaves is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.14g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Amaranth leaves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 53)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Amaranth leaves 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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.