Spelt vs. Barley flour — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between spelt and barley flour
- Barley flour is higher than spelt in selenium, fiber, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, phosphorus, copper, iron, magnesium, and zinc.
- Barley flour's daily need coverage for selenium is 61% higher.
The food types used in this comparison are Spelt, cooked and Barley flour or meal.
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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 | +95.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +220% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +116.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +60.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +59.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +60% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +97.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +842.5% |
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 FolateFolate | +62.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +119.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +259.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +280% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +143.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +395% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.5 g
Fats:
0.85 g
Carbs:
26.44 g
Water:
66.56 g
Other:
0.65 g
Protein:
10.5 g
Fats:
1.6 g
Carbs:
74.52 g
Water:
12.11 g
Other:
1.27 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +449.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +90.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +88.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +181.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +95.4% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 4µg | 37.7µg | 61% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 10.1g | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.396mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.57mg | 6.269mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 0.37mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 150mg | 296mg | 21% |
| Carbs | 26.44g | 74.52g | 16% |
| Copper | 0.215mg | 0.343mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1.67mg | 2.68mg | 13% |
| Calories | 127kcal | 345kcal | 11% |
| Magnesium | 49mg | 96mg | 11% |
| Protein | 5.5g | 10.5g | 10% |
| Starch | 19.57g | 8% | |
| Zinc | 1.25mg | 2mg | 7% |
| Choline | 37.8mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.114mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.771g | 5% | |
| Potassium | 143mg | 309mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.145mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 1.091mg | 1.034mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 0.57mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.335g | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.205g | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.85g | 1.6g | 1% |
| Folate | 13µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 22.54g | 64.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.8g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 5mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.356mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.383mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.713mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.391mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.589mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.515mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.236mg | 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
9%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
84%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spelt is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.8g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spelt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.335g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spelt is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barley flour contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Barley flour is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Barley flour is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)