Teff vs. Molasses — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between teff and molasses?
- Teff is richer in manganese, phosphorus, iron, copper, fiber, zinc, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2, yet molasses are richer in potassium and selenium.
- Teff's daily need coverage for manganese is 335% higher.
We used Teff, uncooked and Molasses 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 IronIron | +61.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +66.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1151.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1283.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -67.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +503.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +31.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +13.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +242.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +304.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +851.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +13400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +261.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +17.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +39% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2280% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +148% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +39.2% |
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Carbs
~74.73g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1740.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2042% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +4641.9% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1532.9% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +2621.3% |
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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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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 9.24mg | 1.53mg | 335% |
| Phosphorus | 429mg | 31mg | 57% |
| Iron | 7.63mg | 4.72mg | 36% |
| Copper | 0.81mg | 0.487mg | 36% |
| Fiber | 8g | 0g | 32% |
| Potassium | 427mg | 1464mg | 31% |
| Zinc | 3.63mg | 0.29mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.041mg | 29% |
| Protein | 13.3g | 0g | 27% |
| Selenium | 4.4µg | 17.8µg | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.27mg | 0.002mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.363mg | 0.93mg | 15% |
| Starch | 36.56g | 15% | |
| Fructose | 0.47g | 12.79g | 15% |
| Magnesium | 184mg | 242mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.482mg | 0.67mg | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.071g | 0.05g | 7% |
| Calories | 367kcal | 290kcal | 4% |
| Fats | 2.38g | 0.1g | 4% |
| Calcium | 180mg | 205mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.942mg | 0.804mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.449g | 0.018g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 73.13g | 74.73g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.589g | 0.032g | 1% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 37mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 65.13g | 74.73g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.84g | 74.72g | N/A |
| Choline | 13.1mg | 13.3mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.139mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.51mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.501mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.068mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.376mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.428mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.698mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.686mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.301mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.135g | N/A |
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
229%
103%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Teff is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Teff is lower in Sugar (difference - 72.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Teff contains less Sodium (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Teff is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Teff is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.431g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.