Tamarind vs. Cardamom — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tamarind and cardamom different?
- Tamarind is richer in vitamin B1, while cardamom is higher in iron, fiber, zinc, copper, magnesium, calcium, vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin B6.
- Cardamom covers your daily need for iron, 140% more than tamarind.
- Tamarind contains 2 times more vitamin B1 than cardamom. Tamarind contains 0.428mg of vitamin B1, while cardamom contains 0.198mg.
- Tamarind has a higher glycemic index (23) than cardamom (0).
Tamarinds, raw and Spices, cardamom types were 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 SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +148.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +417.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +78.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +398.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +345.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +7370% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +57.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -35.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +116.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +75.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +19.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +248.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +279.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +284.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1016.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +114.4% |
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Carbs
~68.47g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -60% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +380.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +628.8% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 28mg | 1217% | |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 13.97mg | 140% |
| Fiber | 5.1g | 28g | 92% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 7.47mg | 67% |
| Magnesium | 92mg | 229mg | 33% |
| Copper | 0.086mg | 0.383mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 383mg | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 21mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.428mg | 0.198mg | 19% |
| Protein | 2.8g | 10.76g | 16% |
| Potassium | 628mg | 1119mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg | 0.23mg | 13% |
| Fats | 0.6g | 6.7g | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 178mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.938mg | 1.102mg | 5% |
| Calories | 239kcal | 311kcal | 4% |
| Folate | 14µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.143mg | 3% | |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 2% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.272g | 0.68g | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.3µg | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.181g | 0.87g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.152mg | 0.182mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 62.5g | 68.47g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.059g | 0.43g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 57.4g | 40.47g | N/A |
| Sugar | 38.8g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 28mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.139mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.014mg | 0% |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
496%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamarind is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.408g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamarind is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tamarind is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cardamom is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cardamom contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cardamom is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cardamom is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)