Brown rice vs. Macaroon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between brown rice and macaroon?
- Brown rice is richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B1, and phosphorus, while macaroon is higher in copper, fiber, and monounsaturated fat.
- Macaroon's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 99% higher.
- Macaroon has 12 times less vitamin B3 than brown rice. Brown rice has 2.561mg of vitamin B3, while macaroon has 0.22mg.
- Brown rice is lower in sodium.
- Brown rice has a higher glycemic index (66) than macaroon (32).
We used Rice, brown, long-grain, cooked and Cookies, coconut macaroon 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 | +34.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +51.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +66.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +43% |
| Contains more IronIron | +46.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +153.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +17.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +790% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1064.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +28.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +11.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +450% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.74 g
Fats:
0.97 g
Carbs:
25.58 g
Water:
70.27 g
Other:
0.44 g
Protein:
3.02 g
Fats:
22.55 g
Carbs:
61.22 g
Water:
11.5 g
Other:
1.71 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +511% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +10.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2224.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +139.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +288.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.369 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.366 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.099 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.81 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +336.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +121.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.26g | 20.099g | 90% |
| Manganese | 0.974mg | 42% | |
| Fats | 0.97g | 22.55g | 33% |
| Copper | 0.106mg | 0.269mg | 18% |
| Calories | 123kcal | 460kcal | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.561mg | 0.22mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 5.1g | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.178mg | 0.02mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 25.58g | 61.22g | 12% |
| Starch | 24.79g | 10% | |
| Sodium | 4mg | 241mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 8% | |
| Phosphorus | 103mg | 68mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.369g | 1.61g | 3% |
| Iron | 0.56mg | 0.82mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.366g | 0.81g | 3% |
| Folate | 9µg | 3µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.123mg | 0.096mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 5.8µg | 6.8µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 1.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.069mg | 0.06mg | 1% |
| Protein | 2.74g | 3.02g | 1% |
| Potassium | 86mg | 123mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 23.98g | 56.12g | N/A |
| Calcium | 3mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.24g | 45.16g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 0.73mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Choline | 9.2mg | 9.1mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.033mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.109mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.214mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.099mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.151mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.355g | 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
13%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Macaroon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Macaroon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brown rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 44.92g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown rice contains less Sodium (difference - 237mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 19.839g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brown rice is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)