Tamarind vs. Drumstick tree — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between tamarind and drumstick tree
- Tamarind has more vitamin B1, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, fiber, and vitamin B2; however, drumstick tree is richer in vitamin C, vitamin B5, and folate.
- Drumstick tree's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 153% more.
- Tamarind contains 8 times more vitamin B1 than drumstick tree. Tamarind contains 0.428mg of vitamin B1, while drumstick tree contains 0.053mg.
- Tamarind has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of tamarind is 23, while the glycemic index of drumstick tree is 0.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Tamarinds, raw and Drumstick pods, 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 | +104.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +146.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +36.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +677.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +126% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +85.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +350% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +707.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +105.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +212.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +3928.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +455.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +81.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +214.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.8 g
Fats:
0.6 g
Carbs:
62.5 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
2.1 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
8.53 g
Water:
88.2 g
Other:
0.97 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +33.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +200% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +632.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +178.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +180.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.272 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.181 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.059 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.033 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.102 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.003 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +77.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1866.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.9% |
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 C | 3.5mg | 141mg | 153% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.428mg | 0.053mg | 31% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 0.36mg | 31% |
| Carbs | 62.5g | 8.53g | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.143mg | 0.794mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.259mg | 11% | |
| Magnesium | 92mg | 45mg | 11% |
| Calories | 239kcal | 37kcal | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 50mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.938mg | 0.62mg | 8% |
| Folate | 14µg | 44µg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5.1g | 3.2g | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.152mg | 0.074mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 628mg | 461mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg | 0.12mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 30mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.45mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 2% | |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 2% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.272g | 0.033g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Selenium | 1.3µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Protein | 2.8g | 2.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 42mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.6g | 0.2g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 57.4g | 5.33g | N/A |
| Sugar | 38.8g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.086mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 4µg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.181g | 0.102g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.059g | 0.003g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.139mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.014mg | 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
18%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamarind is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tamarind contains less Sodium (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drumstick tree is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.8g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drumstick tree is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.239g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drumstick tree is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Drumstick tree is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.