Cayenne pepper vs. Fennel seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are cayenne pepper and fennel seeds different?
- Cayenne pepper is higher in vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and vitamin B2; however, fennel seeds are richer in manganese, iron, calcium, copper, magnesium, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin A for cayenne pepper is 830% higher.
- Cayenne pepper contains 5 times more vitamin B6 than fennel seeds. While cayenne pepper contains 2.45mg of vitamin B6, fennel seeds contain only 0.47mg.
Spices, pepper, red or cayenne and Spices, fennel seed are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +18.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +153.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +708.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +137.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +186.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +49.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +226.7% |
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 | +263.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +29628.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +160.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +421.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +24.4% |
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:
15.8 g
Fats:
14.87 g
Carbs:
52.29 g
Water:
8.81 g
Other:
8.23 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +16.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36.3% |
~equal in
Carbs
~52.29g
~equal in
Water
~8.81g
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
0.48 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.91 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.69 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +395.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +260.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 2081µg | 7µg | 230% |
| Vitamin E | 29.83mg | 199% | |
| Manganese | 2mg | 6.533mg | 197% |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.45mg | 0.47mg | 152% |
| Iron | 7.8mg | 18.54mg | 134% |
| Calcium | 148mg | 1196mg | 105% |
| Copper | 0.373mg | 1.067mg | 77% |
| Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 67% | |
| Vitamin C | 76.4mg | 21mg | 62% |
| Magnesium | 152mg | 385mg | 55% |
| Fiber | 27.2g | 39.8g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.37g | 1.69g | 45% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.919mg | 0.353mg | 44% |
| Phosphorus | 293mg | 487mg | 28% |
| Folate | 106µg | 27% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.75g | 9.91g | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.701mg | 6.05mg | 17% |
| Selenium | 8.8µg | 16% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.26g | 0.48g | 13% |
| Zinc | 2.48mg | 3.7mg | 11% |
| Choline | 51.5mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 2014mg | 1694mg | 9% |
| Protein | 12.01g | 15.8g | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.328mg | 0.408mg | 7% |
| Fats | 17.27g | 14.87g | 4% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 88mg | 3% |
| Calories | 318kcal | 345kcal | 1% |
| Carbs | 56.63g | 52.29g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.43g | 12.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.34g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.602mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.695mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.996mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.758mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.301mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.647mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.915mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.331mg | 0% |
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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%
37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
125%
301%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fennel seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fennel seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.78g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fennel seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Fennel seeds is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fennel seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 58mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)