Cayenne pepper vs. Almonds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between cayenne pepper and almonds
- Cayenne pepper has more vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin K, fiber, iron, potassium, and vitamin B3; however, almonds are richer in copper and magnesium.
- Cayenne pepper's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 832% more.
- Cayenne pepper has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of cayenne pepper is 32, while the glycemic index of almonds is 0.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Spices, pepper, red or cayenne and Nuts, almonds.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +174.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +110.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +114.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +77.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +81.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +176.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +25.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +64.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.7% |
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 | +16.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +140.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1688.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +140.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +23.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
Protein:
21.15 g
Fats:
49.93 g
Carbs:
21.55 g
Water:
4.41 g
Other:
2.96 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +162.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +82.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +104.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +76.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +189.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.802 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
31.551 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.329 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -14.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1047.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +47.3% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 2081µg | 0µg | 231% |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.45mg | 0.137mg | 178% |
| Vitamin C | 76.4mg | 0mg | 85% |
| Copper | 0.373mg | 1.031mg | 73% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.75g | 31.551g | 72% |
| Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 0µg | 67% |
| Fiber | 27.2g | 12.5g | 59% |
| Iron | 7.8mg | 3.71mg | 51% |
| Fats | 17.27g | 49.93g | 50% |
| Potassium | 2014mg | 733mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.701mg | 3.618mg | 32% |
| Vitamin E | 29.83mg | 25.63mg | 28% |
| Magnesium | 152mg | 270mg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 293mg | 481mg | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.37g | 12.329g | 26% |
| Protein | 12.01g | 21.15g | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.919mg | 1.138mg | 17% |
| Folate | 106µg | 44µg | 16% |
| Calories | 318kcal | 579kcal | 13% |
| Calcium | 148mg | 269mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 56.63g | 21.55g | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.328mg | 0.205mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 8.8µg | 4.1µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.471mg | 9% | |
| Manganese | 2mg | 2.179mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 2.48mg | 3.12mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.26g | 3.802g | 2% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.43g | 9.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.34g | 4.35g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.72g | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Choline | 51.5mg | 52.1mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.601mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.751mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.568mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.157mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.132mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.855mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.539mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.11g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.32g | N/A |
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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
221%
78%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
125%
142%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.542g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Almonds is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almonds contains less Sodium (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almonds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Almonds is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.