Flax seeds vs. Teff — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Flax seeds and Teff
- The amount of Vitamin B1, Copper, Fiber, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Iron, Zinc, Vitamin B6, Potassium, and Calcium in Flax seeds is higher than in Teff.
- Flax seeds covers your daily need of Vitamin B1 122% more than Teff.
- Flax seeds contains 10 times more Fiber than Teff. While Flax seeds contains 27.3g of Fiber, Teff contains only 2.8g.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Seeds, flaxseed and Teff, cooked.
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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 | +684% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +420.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +659.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +179.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +439.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +291% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +435% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -73.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15.2% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +798.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +387.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +238.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +387.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +383.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.29 g
Fats:
42.16 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
6.96 g
Other:
3.71 g
Protein:
3.87 g
Fats:
0.65 g
Carbs:
19.86 g
Water:
74.93 g
Other:
0.69 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +372.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6386.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +437.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +976.6% |
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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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 534kcal | 101kcal |
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| Protein | 18.29g | 3.87g |
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| Fats | 42.16g | 0.65g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.58g | 17.06g |
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| Carbs | 28.88g | 19.86g |
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| Magnesium | 392mg | 50mg |
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| Calcium | 255mg | 49mg |
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| Potassium | 813mg | 107mg |
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| Iron | 5.73mg | 2.05mg |
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| Sugar | 1.55g |
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| Fiber | 27.3g | 2.8g |
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| Copper | 1.22mg | 0.226mg |
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| Zinc | 4.34mg | 1.11mg |
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| Phosphorus | 642mg | 120mg |
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| Sodium | 30mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 2IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.31mg |
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| Manganese | 2.482mg | 2.86mg |
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| Selenium | 25.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 1.644mg | 0.183mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.161mg | 0.033mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.08mg | 0.909mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.985mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.473mg | 0.097mg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.3µg |
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| Folate | 87µg | 18µg |
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| Choline | 78.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.663g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.527g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 28.73g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.297mg | 0.041mg |
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| Threonine | 0.766mg | 0.149mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.896mg | 0.146mg |
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| Leucine | 1.235mg | 0.311mg |
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| Lysine | 0.862mg | 0.109mg |
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| Methionine | 0.37mg | 0.125mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.957mg | 0.203mg |
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| Valine | 1.072mg | 0.2mg |
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| Histidine | 0.472mg | 0.088mg |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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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
62%
8%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
191%
67%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Teff is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.55g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Teff contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Teff is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.663g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Teff is lower in glycemic index (difference - 57)
Which food is cheaper?
Teff is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)