Sesame vs. Pigeon pea raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between sesame and pigeon pea raw
- Sesame has more copper, iron, calcium, selenium, zinc, magnesium, vitamin B6, and phosphorus; however, pigeon pea raw has more folate.
- Daily need coverage for copper for sesame is 336% higher.
- Pigeon pea raw has 21 times less saturated fat than sesame. Sesame has 6.957g of saturated fat, while pigeon pea raw has 0.33g.
Food types used in this article are Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, dried and Pigeon peas (red gram), mature seeds, raw.
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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 | +91.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +650% |
| Contains more IronIron | +178.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +286.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +180.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +71.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -35.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +319.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +197.4% |
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 | +23% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +32.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +52.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +179.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2432% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +370.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
17.73 g
Fats:
49.67 g
Carbs:
23.45 g
Water:
4.69 g
Other:
4.46 g
Protein:
21.7 g
Fats:
1.49 g
Carbs:
62.78 g
Water:
10.59 g
Other:
3.44 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +3233.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +29.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +167.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +125.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.957 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.759 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
21.773 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.012 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.814 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +156225% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2574.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 4.082mg | 1.057mg | 336% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 21.773g | 0.814g | 140% |
| Iron | 14.55mg | 5.23mg | 117% |
| Folate | 97µg | 456µg | 90% |
| Calcium | 975mg | 130mg | 85% |
| Fats | 49.67g | 1.49g | 74% |
| Selenium | 34.4µg | 8.2µg | 48% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.759g | 0.012g | 47% |
| Zinc | 7.75mg | 2.76mg | 45% |
| Magnesium | 351mg | 183mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.79mg | 0.283mg | 39% |
| Phosphorus | 629mg | 367mg | 37% |
| Saturated fat | 6.957g | 0.33g | 30% |
| Manganese | 2.46mg | 1.791mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 468mg | 1392mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.05mg | 1.266mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 11.8g | 15g | 13% |
| Carbs | 23.45g | 62.78g | 13% |
| Calories | 573kcal | 343kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.791mg | 0.643mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.515mg | 2.965mg | 10% |
| Protein | 17.73g | 21.7g | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.247mg | 0.187mg | 5% |
| Choline | 25.6mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 11.65g | 47.78g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 11mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.388mg | 0.212mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.736mg | 0.767mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.763mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.358mg | 1.549mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.569mg | 1.521mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.586mg | 0.243mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.94mg | 1.858mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.99mg | 0.937mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.522mg | 0.774mg | 0% |
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
47%
57%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
348%
135%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sesame is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sesame contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sesame is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pigeon pea raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pigeon pea raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.627g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pigeon pea raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is cheaper?
Pigeon pea raw is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)