Quinoa vs. Soybean meal — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Quinoa and Soybean meal?
- Soybean meal has more Copper, Iron, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Folate, Magnesium, Vitamin B1, Zinc, and Vitamin B6 than Quinoa.
- Soybean meal's daily need coverage for Copper is 201% higher.
We used Quinoa, cooked and Soy meal, defatted, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +378.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1335.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1347.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +819.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +941.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +364.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +361.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +502.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +17.9% |
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 E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +545.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +128.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +527.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +362.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +621.4% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
49.2 g
Fats:
2.39 g
Carbs:
35.89 g
Water:
6.94 g
Other:
5.58 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +931.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1018.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +68.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +624.7% |
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
0.268 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.409 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.045 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -13.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +29.1% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~1.045g
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 |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 120kcal | 337kcal |
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| Protein | 4.4g | 49.2g |
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| Fats | 1.92g | 2.39g |
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| Net carbs | 18.5g | 35.89g |
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| Carbs | 21.3g | 35.89g |
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| Magnesium | 64mg | 306mg |
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| Calcium | 17mg | 244mg |
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| Potassium | 172mg | 2490mg |
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| Iron | 1.49mg | 13.7mg |
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| Sugar | 0.87g |
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| Fiber | 2.8g |
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| Copper | 0.192mg | 2mg |
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| Zinc | 1.09mg | 5.06mg |
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| Starch | 17.63g |
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| Phosphorus | 152mg | 701mg |
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| Sodium | 7mg | 3mg |
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| Vitamin A | 5IU | 40IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 2µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.63mg |
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| Manganese | 0.631mg | 3.8mg |
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| Selenium | 2.8µg | 3.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.107mg | 0.691mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.251mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.412mg | 2.587mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.976mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.123mg | 0.569mg |
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| Folate | 42µg | 303µg |
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| Choline | 23mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.231g | 0.268g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.528g | 0.409g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.078g | 1.045g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.653mg |
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| Threonine | 0.131mg | 1.952mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.157mg | 2.18mg |
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| Leucine | 0.261mg | 3.66mg |
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| Lysine | 0.239mg | 2.991mg |
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| Methionine | 0.096mg | 0.606mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.185mg | 2.346mg |
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| Valine | 0.185mg | 2.243mg |
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| Histidine | 0.127mg | 1.212mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g |
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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
11%
58%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
264%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Soybean meal is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.87g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Soybean meal contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Soybean meal is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Soybean meal is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Quinoa is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.037g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Quinoa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
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 ($)