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Seaweed vs. Broad beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Seaweed and Broad beans

  • Seaweed is richer in Folate, Magnesium, Iron, Calcium, Vitamin B5, Copper, and Zinc, yet Broad beans are 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 beans. Seaweed contains 0.642mg of Vitamin B5, while Broad beans contain 0.066mg.
  • Broad beans contain 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 86% 50% 7.9% 107% 43% 34% 18% 30% 26% 3.8%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 22% 5.4% 17% 56% 20% 13% 31% 5.3% 34% 5.5%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +290.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +833.3%
Contains more IronIron +90%
Contains more CopperCopper +116.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +161.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +116.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +73.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -82.4%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +30.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 10% 7% 17% 0% 13% 35% 8.8% 39% 0.46% 0% 165% 135% 7%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 66% 16% 0% 0% 32% 21% 23% 4% 6.7% 0% 0% 44% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +872.7%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +210.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +560%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +132.8%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +156%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +155.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1350%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 10% 82% 7%
Protein: 1.68 g
Fats: 0.56 g
Carbs: 9.57 g
Water: 81.58 g
Other: 6.61 g
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 FatsFats +12%
Contains more OtherOther +634.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +185.7%
~equal in Carbs ~10.1g
~equal in Water ~83.7g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
63% 25% 12%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.247 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.047 g
31% 4% 65%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.142 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.303 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +390%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -42.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated 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 beans
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 beans Opinion
Calories 43kcal 62kcal Broad beans
Protein 1.68g 4.8g Broad beans
Fats 0.56g 0.5g Seaweed
Vitamin C 3mg 19.8mg Broad beans
Net carbs 8.27g 6.5g Seaweed
Carbs 9.57g 10.1g Broad beans
Magnesium 121mg 31mg Seaweed
Calcium 168mg 18mg Seaweed
Potassium 89mg 193mg Broad beans
Iron 2.85mg 1.5mg Seaweed
Sugar 0.6g Broad beans
Fiber 1.3g 3.6g Broad beans
Copper 0.13mg 0.06mg Seaweed
Zinc 1.23mg 0.47mg Seaweed
Phosphorus 42mg 73mg Broad beans
Sodium 233mg 41mg Broad beans
Vitamin A 116IU 270IU Broad beans
Vitamin A 6µg 14µg Broad beans
Vitamin E 0.87mg Seaweed
Manganese 0.2mg 0.261mg Broad beans
Selenium 0.7µg 1µg Broad beans
Vitamin B1 0.05mg 0.128mg Broad beans
Vitamin B2 0.15mg 0.09mg Seaweed
Vitamin B3 0.47mg 1.2mg Broad beans
Vitamin B5 0.642mg 0.066mg Seaweed
Vitamin B6 0.002mg 0.029mg Broad beans
Vitamin K 66µg Seaweed
Folate 180µg 58µg Seaweed
Choline 12.8mg Seaweed
Saturated Fat 0.247g 0.142g Broad beans
Monounsaturated Fat 0.098g 0.02g Seaweed
Polyunsaturated fat 0.047g 0.303g Broad beans
Tryptophan 0.048mg 0.048mg
Threonine 0.055mg 0.178mg Broad beans
Isoleucine 0.076mg 0.215mg Broad beans
Leucine 0.083mg 0.37mg Broad beans
Lysine 0.082mg 0.313mg Broad beans
Methionine 0.025mg 0.037mg Broad beans
Phenylalanine 0.043mg 0.195mg Broad beans
Valine 0.072mg 0.235mg Broad beans
Histidine 0.024mg 0.115mg Broad beans
Omega-3 - EPA 0.004g Seaweed

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Seaweed Broad beans
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
34%
Seaweed
16%
Broad beans
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
41%
Seaweed
21%
Broad beans

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 beans
Broad beans is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Broad beans
Broad beans contains less Sodium (difference - 192mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Broad beans
Broad beans 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 beans - 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.