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Smoothie vs. Sunflower seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between smoothie and sunflower seeds

  • Smoothie has more vitamin C, vitamin B12, and vitamin A; however, sunflower seeds are higher in vitamin B6, iron, vitamin B3, fiber, and potassium.
  • Sunflower seeds cover your daily need for vitamin B6, 97% more than smoothie.
  • The glycemic index of smoothie is higher.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried.

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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 0% 12% 2.1% 5.6% 0% 0% 0% 3.8% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 232% 23% 57% 197% 600% 136% 283% 1.2% 254% 289%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +90.2%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +2587.5%
Contains more IronIron +3400%
Contains less SodiumSodium -69%

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 82% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 15% 0% 19% 30% 0% 0% 0%
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 4.7% 1% 703% 0% 370% 82% 156% 68% 310% 0% 0% 170% 30%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +1650%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +921.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1540.2%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 g
21% 51% 20% 5% 3%
Protein: 20.78 g
Fats: 51.46 g
Carbs: 20 g
Water: 4.73 g
Other: 3.03 g
Contains more WaterWater +1808.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1603.3%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +145.1%
Contains more OtherOther +791.2%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Smoothie Sunflower seeds DV% diff.
Vitamin E 35.17mg 234%
Copper 1.8mg 200%
Polyunsaturated fat 23.137g 154%
Vitamin B1 1.48mg 123%
Vitamin B6 0.082mg 1.345mg 97%
Selenium 53µg 96%
Phosphorus 660mg 94%
Manganese 1.95mg 85%
Fats 0g 51.46g 79%
Magnesium 325mg 77%
Iron 0.15mg 5.25mg 64%
Folate 227µg 57%
Vitamin B3 0.816mg 8.335mg 47%
Monounsaturated fat 18.528g 46%
Zinc 5mg 45%
Protein 1.22g 20.78g 39%
Fiber 0g 8.6g 34%
Vitamin B2 0.355mg 27%
Calories 37kcal 584kcal 27%
Vitamin C 24.5mg 1.4mg 26%
Vitamin B5 1.13mg 23%
Saturated fat 0g 4.455g 20%
Potassium 24mg 645mg 18%
Vitamin B12 0.24µg 0µg 10%
Choline 55.1mg 10%
Calcium 41mg 78mg 4%
Carbs 8.16g 20g 4%
Sodium 29mg 9mg 1%
Net carbs 8.16g 11.4g N/A
Sugar 7.35g 2.62g N/A
Vitamin A 3µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.348mg 0%
Threonine 0.928mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.139mg 0%
Leucine 1.659mg 0%
Lysine 0.937mg 0%
Methionine 0.494mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.169mg 0%
Valine 1.315mg 0%
Histidine 0.632mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.014g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Smoothie Sunflower seeds
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
11%
Smoothie
146%
Sunflower seeds
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
207%
Sunflower seeds

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.73g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.455g)
Which food is cheaper?
Smoothie
Smoothie is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/nutrients
  2. Sunflower seeds - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170562/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.