Sunflower seeds vs. Seaweed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between sunflower seeds and seaweed
- Sunflower seeds have more vitamin E, copper, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, selenium, phosphorus, manganese, vitamin B3, and magnesium, while seaweed has more vitamin K.
- Sunflower seeds' daily need coverage for vitamin E is 229% higher.
- Seaweed contains 673 times less vitamin B6 than sunflower seeds. Sunflower seeds contain 1.345mg of vitamin B6, while seaweed contains 0.002mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried and Seaweed, kelp, raw.
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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 | +168.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +624.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +84.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1284.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +306.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1471.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +875% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +7471.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +115.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +3942.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2860% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +136.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1673.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +76% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +67150% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +26.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +330.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +114.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
Protein:
1.68 g
Fats:
0.56 g
Carbs:
9.57 g
Water:
81.58 g
Other:
6.61 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1136.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9089.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +109% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1624.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.455 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.137 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.247 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.047 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +18806.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +49127.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.5% |
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 E | 35.17mg | 0.87mg | 229% |
| Copper | 1.8mg | 0.13mg | 186% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.137g | 0.047g | 154% |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.48mg | 0.05mg | 119% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.345mg | 0.002mg | 103% |
| Selenium | 53µg | 0.7µg | 95% |
| Phosphorus | 660mg | 42mg | 88% |
| Fats | 51.46g | 0.56g | 78% |
| Manganese | 1.95mg | 0.2mg | 76% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 66µg | 55% |
| Magnesium | 325mg | 121mg | 49% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.335mg | 0.47mg | 49% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.528g | 0.098g | 46% |
| Protein | 20.78g | 1.68g | 38% |
| Zinc | 5mg | 1.23mg | 34% |
| Iron | 5.25mg | 2.85mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 8.6g | 1.3g | 29% |
| Calories | 584kcal | 43kcal | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 4.455g | 0.247g | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.355mg | 0.15mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 645mg | 89mg | 16% |
| Folate | 227µg | 180µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.13mg | 0.642mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 233mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 168mg | 9% |
| Choline | 55.1mg | 12.8mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 20g | 9.57g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 3mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 11.4g | 8.27g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.62g | 0.6g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 6µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.348mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.928mg | 0.055mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.139mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.659mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.937mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.494mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.169mg | 0.043mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.315mg | 0.072mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.632mg | 0.024mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 0.004g | 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
146%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
207%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunflower seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 224mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Seaweed is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.02g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Seaweed is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.208g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Seaweed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is cheaper?
Seaweed is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)