Soybean vs. Amaranth grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Soybean and Amaranth grain
- Amaranth grain contains less Iron, Copper, Vitamin B2, Fiber, Phosphorus, Vitamin B1, Potassium, Vitamin B6, Folate, and Calcium than Soybean.
- Soybean's daily need coverage for Iron is 38% higher.
- Amaranth grain contains 13 times less Vitamin B2 than Soybean. Soybean contains 0.285mg of Vitamin B2, while Amaranth grain contains 0.022mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Soybeans, mature cooked, boiled, without salt and Amaranth grain, 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 | +32.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +117% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +281.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +144.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +173.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +65.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +32.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +84.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +933.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1195.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +69.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +107.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +145.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.21 g
Fats:
8.97 g
Carbs:
8.36 g
Water:
62.55 g
Other:
1.91 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +379.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +467.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +148.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +123.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +20.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 172kcal | 102kcal |
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| Protein | 18.21g | 3.8g |
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| Fats | 8.97g | 1.58g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 2.36g | 16.59g |
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| Carbs | 8.36g | 18.69g |
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| Magnesium | 86mg | 65mg |
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| Calcium | 102mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 515mg | 135mg |
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| Iron | 5.14mg | 2.1mg |
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| Sugar | 3g |
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| Fiber | 6g | 2.1g |
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| Copper | 0.407mg | 0.149mg |
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| Zinc | 1.15mg | 0.86mg |
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| Starch | 16.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 245mg | 148mg |
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| Sodium | 1mg | 6mg |
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| Vitamin A | 9IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 0.824mg | 0.854mg |
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| Selenium | 7.3µg | 5.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.155mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.285mg | 0.022mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.399mg | 0.235mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.179mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.234mg | 0.113mg |
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| Vitamin K | 19.2µg |
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| Folate | 54µg | 22µg |
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| Choline | 47.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.297g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.981g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.064g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.242mg |
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| Threonine | 0.723mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.807mg |
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| Leucine | 1.355mg |
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| Lysine | 1.108mg |
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| Methionine | 0.224mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.869mg |
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| Valine | 0.831mg |
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| Histidine | 0.449mg |
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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
23%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
75%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Soybean contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Soybean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 83)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Soybean is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Soybean is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth grain is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth grain is lower in Sugar (difference - 3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.297g)
Which food is cheaper?
Amaranth grain is cheaper (difference - $0.4)