Cayenne pepper vs. Tortilla — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cayenne pepper and tortillas?
- Cayenne pepper is richer in vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin B6, vitamin C, fiber, iron, vitamin K, potassium, and vitamin B2, yet tortillas are richer in selenium.
- Cayenne pepper's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 231% higher.
- Cayenne pepper has a lower glycemic index than tortillas.
We used Spices, pepper, red or cayenne and Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, whole wheat 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 | +78.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +668.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +196.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +40.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +29.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +64.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +320.5% |
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 Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +832100% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3214.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +218% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +79.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +685.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1684.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +157.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +150.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +30.2% |
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:
9.76 g
Fats:
9.76 g
Carbs:
45.89 g
Water:
30.15 g
Other:
4.44 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +76.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +274.5% |
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
4.878 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.062 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.992 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -33.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +743.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11.3% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 318kcal | 310kcal |
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| Protein | 12.01g | 9.76g |
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| Fats | 17.27g | 9.76g |
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| Vitamin C | 76.4mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 29.43g | 36.09g |
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| Carbs | 56.63g | 45.89g |
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| Magnesium | 152mg | 85mg |
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| Calcium | 148mg | 244mg |
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| Potassium | 2014mg | 262mg |
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| Iron | 7.8mg | 2.63mg |
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| Sugar | 10.34g | 2.44g |
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| Fiber | 27.2g | 9.8g |
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| Copper | 0.373mg | 0.266mg |
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| Zinc | 2.48mg | 1.92mg |
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| Phosphorus | 293mg | 346mg |
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| Sodium | 30mg | 512mg |
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| Vitamin A | 41610IU | 5IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2081µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 29.83mg | 0.9mg |
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| Manganese | 2mg |
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| Selenium | 8.8µg | 37µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.328mg | 0.823mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.919mg | 0.289mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 8.701mg | 4.858mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 2.45mg | 0.312mg |
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| Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 4.5µg |
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| Folate | 106µg | 138µg |
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| Choline | 51.5mg | 20mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.26g | 4.878g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 2.75g | 3.062g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.37g | 0.992g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.129mg |
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| Threonine | 0.312mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.353mg |
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| Leucine | 0.671mg |
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| Lysine | 0.37mg |
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| Methionine | 0.163mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.488mg |
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| Valine | 0.444mg |
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| Histidine | 0.255mg |
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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
360%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
125%
81%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.9g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tortilla is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 482mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.618g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cayenne pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
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)
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.