Teff vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Teff and Cayenne pepper
- Teff has more Manganese, and Copper, while Cayenne pepper has more Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, Fiber, Vitamin K, Vitamin B2, Potassium, and Vitamin B3.
- Teff covers your daily need of Manganese 315% more than Cayenne pepper.
- Teff contains 2 times more Copper than Cayenne pepper. While Teff contains 0.81mg of Copper, Cayenne pepper contains only 0.373mg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Teff, uncooked and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne.
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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 | +21.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +21.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +117.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +46.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -60% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +362% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +371.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +100% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +18.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +462233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +37187.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +240.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +158.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +408.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4126.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +293.1% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.3 g
Fats:
2.38 g
Carbs:
73.13 g
Water:
8.82 g
Other:
2.37 g
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +625.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +154.9% |
~equal in
Protein
~12.01g
~equal in
Water
~8.05g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.449 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.589 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.071 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.26 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -86.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +366.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +681.5% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 367kcal | 318kcal |
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| Protein | 13.3g | 12.01g |
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| Fats | 2.38g | 17.27g |
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| Vitamin C | 76.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 65.13g | 29.43g |
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| Carbs | 73.13g | 56.63g |
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| Magnesium | 184mg | 152mg |
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| Calcium | 180mg | 148mg |
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| Potassium | 427mg | 2014mg |
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| Iron | 7.63mg | 7.8mg |
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| Sugar | 1.84g | 10.34g |
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| Fiber | 8g | 27.2g |
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| Copper | 0.81mg | 0.373mg |
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| Zinc | 3.63mg | 2.48mg |
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| Starch | 36.56g |
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| Phosphorus | 429mg | 293mg |
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| Sodium | 12mg | 30mg |
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| Vitamin A | 9IU | 41610IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2081µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 29.83mg |
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| Manganese | 9.24mg | 2mg |
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| Selenium | 4.4µg | 8.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.328mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.27mg | 0.919mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.363mg | 8.701mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.942mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.482mg | 2.45mg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 80.3µg |
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| Folate | 106µg |
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| Choline | 13.1mg | 51.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.449g | 3.26g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.589g | 2.75g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.071g | 8.37g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.139mg |
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| Threonine | 0.51mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.501mg |
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| Leucine | 1.068mg |
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| Lysine | 0.376mg |
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| Methionine | 0.428mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.698mg |
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| Valine | 0.686mg |
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| Histidine | 0.301mg |
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| Fructose | 0.47g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.135g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low 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
31%
360%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
229%
125%
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 - 8.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Teff contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Teff is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.811g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Teff is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Teff is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.