Quinoa vs. Tonic water — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between quinoa and tonic water
- Tonic water has less manganese, phosphorus, copper, iron, magnesium, fiber, folate, vitamin B6, zinc, and vitamin B1.
- Quinoa's daily need coverage for manganese is 27% more.
- Quinoa has a higher glycemic index than tonic water.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Quinoa, cooked and Beverages, carbonated, tonic water.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1600% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14800% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3100% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +990% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -41.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +63000% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
8.8 g
Water:
91.1 g
Other:
0.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +142% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +670% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.2% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.631mg | 0.001mg | 27% |
| Phosphorus | 152mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Copper | 0.192mg | 0.006mg | 21% |
| Iron | 1.49mg | 0.01mg | 19% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 0g | 11% |
| Folate | 42µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Protein | 4.4g | 0g | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.1mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.107mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.123mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.63g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.078g | 0g | 7% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Choline | 23mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Calories | 120kcal | 34kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.63mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 21.3g | 8.8g | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.412mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Fats | 1.92g | 0g | 3% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 1mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.231g | 0g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.528g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.5g | 8.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 8.8g | N/A |
| Sodium | 7mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.131mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.157mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.261mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.239mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.096mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.185mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.185mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.127mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
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
38%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tonic water is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.231g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tonic water is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Quinoa is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.93g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Quinoa contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Quinoa is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Quinoa is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Quinoa is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)