Garlic powder vs. Tofu — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between garlic powder and tofu?
- Garlic powder is richer in vitamin B6, iron, phosphorus, potassium, fiber, vitamin B1, copper, zinc, and vitamin B5, yet tofu is richer in calcium.
- Garlic powder's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 120% higher.
- Garlic powder has 6 times more vitamin B5 than tofu. Garlic powder has 0.743mg of vitamin B5, while tofu has 0.133mg.
We used Spices, garlic powder and Tofu, raw, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate types in this comparison.
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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 | +32.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +403.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +112.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +41% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +90.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +117.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +37.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +764.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -76.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +20.6% |
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 | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +175.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +38.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +108.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +458.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1697.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +62.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.55 g
Fats:
0.73 g
Carbs:
72.73 g
Water:
6.45 g
Other:
3.54 g
Protein:
17.27 g
Fats:
8.72 g
Carbs:
2.78 g
Water:
69.83 g
Other:
1.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2516.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +152.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1094.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +982.6% |
~equal in
Protein
~17.27g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.249 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.115 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.178 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.261 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.925 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.921 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -80.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1573.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2664.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 1.654mg | 0.092mg | 120% |
| Calcium | 79mg | 683mg | 60% |
| Iron | 5.65mg | 2.66mg | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 414mg | 190mg | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.178g | 4.921g | 32% |
| Potassium | 1193mg | 237mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 9g | 2.3g | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.435mg | 0.158mg | 23% |
| Carbs | 72.73g | 2.78g | 23% |
| Copper | 0.533mg | 0.378mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 2.99mg | 1.57mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.743mg | 0.133mg | 12% |
| Fats | 0.73g | 8.72g | 12% |
| Choline | 67.5mg | 12% | |
| Selenium | 23.9µg | 17.4µg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.979mg | 1.181mg | 9% |
| Calories | 331kcal | 144kcal | 9% |
| Magnesium | 77mg | 58mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.115g | 1.925g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.249g | 1.261g | 5% |
| Folate | 47µg | 29µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.67mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.796mg | 0.381mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.102mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Protein | 16.55g | 17.27g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 63.73g | 0.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.43g | N/A | |
| Vitamin K | 0.4µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.121mg | 0.235mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.374mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.414mg | 0.849mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.728mg | 1.392mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.768mg | 0.883mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.111mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.525mg | 0.835mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.667mg | 0.87mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.263mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.31g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.012g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.022g | N/A |
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
52%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
110%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu contains less Sodium (difference - 46mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Tofu is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Garlic powder is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.012g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Garlic powder is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Garlic powder is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Garlic powder is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)