Sunflower seeds vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between sunflower seeds and cayenne pepper?
- Sunflower seeds are higher in copper, vitamin B1, selenium, and phosphorus, yet cayenne pepper is higher in vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, fiber, vitamin K, and vitamin B2.
- Cayenne pepper's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 231% more.
- Sunflower seeds have 6 times more selenium than cayenne pepper. While sunflower seeds have 53µg of selenium, cayenne pepper has only 8.8µg.
- The glycemic index of sunflower seeds is lower.
We used Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne types 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +113.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +382.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +101.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +125.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +502.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +89.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +212.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +48.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +17.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +351.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +114.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +5357.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +69266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +158.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +82.2% |
| 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:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +73% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +198% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +183.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +70.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +99.3% |
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
3.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +573.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +176.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -26.8% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 3µg | 2081µg | 231% |
| Copper | 1.8mg | 0.373mg | 159% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.137g | 8.37g | 98% |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.48mg | 0.328mg | 96% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.345mg | 2.45mg | 85% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 76.4mg | 83% |
| Selenium | 53µg | 8.8µg | 80% |
| Fiber | 8.6g | 27.2g | 74% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 80.3µg | 67% |
| Fats | 51.46g | 17.27g | 53% |
| Phosphorus | 660mg | 293mg | 52% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.355mg | 0.919mg | 43% |
| Magnesium | 325mg | 152mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 645mg | 2014mg | 40% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.528g | 2.75g | 39% |
| Vitamin E | 35.17mg | 29.83mg | 36% |
| Iron | 5.25mg | 7.8mg | 32% |
| Folate | 227µg | 106µg | 30% |
| Zinc | 5mg | 2.48mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.13mg | 23% | |
| Protein | 20.78g | 12.01g | 18% |
| Calories | 584kcal | 318kcal | 13% |
| Carbs | 20g | 56.63g | 12% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 148mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 4.455g | 3.26g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.335mg | 8.701mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 1.95mg | 2mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 30mg | 1% |
| Choline | 55.1mg | 51.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.4g | 29.43g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.62g | 10.34g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.348mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.928mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.139mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.659mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.937mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.494mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.169mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.315mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.632mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 0g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
207%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.72g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunflower seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sunflower seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Sunflower seeds is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.195g)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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