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Seaweed vs. Broad bean — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Seaweed and Broad bean

  • Seaweed is richer in Folate, Magnesium, Iron, Calcium, Vitamin B5, Copper, and Zinc, yet Broad bean is richer in Vitamin C, and Fiber.
  • Daily need coverage for Folate from Seaweed is 31% higher.
  • Seaweed contains 10 times more Vitamin B5 than Broad bean. Seaweed contains 0.642mg of Vitamin B5, while Broad bean contains 0.066mg.
  • Broad bean contains less Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Seaweed, kelp, raw and Broadbeans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt.

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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.
Seaweed
Seaweed
5
:
5
Broad bean
Broad bean
Contains more Calcium +833.3%
Contains more Iron +90%
Contains more Magnesium +290.3%
Contains more Zinc +161.7%
Contains more Copper +116.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +73.8%
Contains more Potassium +116.9%
Contains less Sodium -82.4%
Contains more Manganese +30.5%
Contains more Selenium +42.9%
Seaweed
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 51% 107% 87% 18% 8% 31% 34% 44% 27% 4%
Broad bean
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 57% 23% 32% 18% 6% 13% 20% 35% 6%
Contains more Calcium +833.3%
Contains more Iron +90%
Contains more Magnesium +290.3%
Contains more Zinc +161.7%
Contains more Copper +116.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +73.8%
Contains more Potassium +116.9%
Contains less Sodium -82.4%
Contains more Manganese +30.5%
Contains more Selenium +42.9%

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.
Seaweed
Seaweed
5
:
5
Broad bean
Broad bean
Contains more Vitamin B2 +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +872.7%
Contains more Folate +210.3%
Contains more Vitamin A +132.8%
Contains more Vitamin C +560%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +156%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +155.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1350%
Seaweed
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 7% 18% 0% 10% 13% 35% 9% 39% 1% 135% 0% 166%
Broad bean
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 17% 0% 0% 66% 32% 21% 23% 4% 7% 44% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +872.7%
Contains more Folate +210.3%
Contains more Vitamin A +132.8%
Contains more Vitamin C +560%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +156%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +155.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1350%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Seaweed
Seaweed
2
:
3
Broad bean
Broad bean
Contains more Fats +12%
Contains more Other +634.4%
Contains more Protein +185.7%
Equal in Carbs - 10.1
Equal in Water - 83.7
Seaweed
2% 10% 82% 7%
Protein: 1.68 g
Fats: 0.56 g
Carbs: 9.57 g
Water: 81.58 g
Other: 6.61 g
Broad bean
5% 10% 84%
Protein: 4.8 g
Fats: 0.5 g
Carbs: 10.1 g
Water: 83.7 g
Other: 0.9 g
Contains more Fats +12%
Contains more Other +634.4%
Contains more Protein +185.7%
Equal in Carbs - 10.1
Equal in Water - 83.7

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Seaweed
Seaweed
1
:
2
Broad bean
Broad bean
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +390%
Contains less Saturated Fat -42.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +544.7%
Seaweed
63% 25% 12%
Saturated Fat: 0.247 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.047 g
Broad bean
31% 4% 65%
Saturated Fat: 0.142 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.303 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +390%
Contains less Saturated Fat -42.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +544.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Seaweed Broad bean
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Seaweed Broad bean Opinion
Net carbs 8.27g 6.5g Seaweed
Protein 1.68g 4.8g Broad bean
Fats 0.56g 0.5g Seaweed
Carbs 9.57g 10.1g Broad bean
Calories 43kcal 62kcal Broad bean
Sugar 0.6g Broad bean
Fiber 1.3g 3.6g Broad bean
Calcium 168mg 18mg Seaweed
Iron 2.85mg 1.5mg Seaweed
Magnesium 121mg 31mg Seaweed
Phosphorus 42mg 73mg Broad bean
Potassium 89mg 193mg Broad bean
Sodium 233mg 41mg Broad bean
Zinc 1.23mg 0.47mg Seaweed
Copper 0.13mg 0.06mg Seaweed
Manganese 0.2mg 0.261mg Broad bean
Selenium 0.7µg 1µg Broad bean
Vitamin A 116IU 270IU Broad bean
Vitamin A RAE 6µg 14µg Broad bean
Vitamin E 0.87mg Seaweed
Vitamin C 3mg 19.8mg Broad bean
Vitamin B1 0.05mg 0.128mg Broad bean
Vitamin B2 0.15mg 0.09mg Seaweed
Vitamin B3 0.47mg 1.2mg Broad bean
Vitamin B5 0.642mg 0.066mg Seaweed
Vitamin B6 0.002mg 0.029mg Broad bean
Folate 180µg 58µg Seaweed
Vitamin K 66µg Seaweed
Tryptophan 0.048mg 0.048mg
Threonine 0.055mg 0.178mg Broad bean
Isoleucine 0.076mg 0.215mg Broad bean
Leucine 0.083mg 0.37mg Broad bean
Lysine 0.082mg 0.313mg Broad bean
Methionine 0.025mg 0.037mg Broad bean
Phenylalanine 0.043mg 0.195mg Broad bean
Valine 0.072mg 0.235mg Broad bean
Histidine 0.024mg 0.115mg Broad bean
Saturated Fat 0.247g 0.142g Broad bean
Omega-3 - EPA 0.004g Seaweed
Monounsaturated Fat 0.098g 0.02g Seaweed
Polyunsaturated fat 0.047g 0.303g Broad bean

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Seaweed Broad bean
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
36%
Seaweed
18%
Broad bean
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
41%
Seaweed
21%
Broad bean

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Seaweed
Seaweed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 79)
Which food is cheaper?
Seaweed
Seaweed is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Broad bean
Broad bean is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Broad bean
Broad bean contains less Sodium (difference - 192mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Broad bean
Broad bean is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.105g)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Seaweed - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168457/nutrients
  2. Broad bean - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170378/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.