Teff vs. Sunflower seed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Teff and Sunflower seed different?
- Teff is richer in Manganese, and Iron, while Sunflower seed is higher in Vitamin E , Copper, Vitamin B1, Selenium, Vitamin B6, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B3.
- Teff covers your daily need of Manganese 317% more than Sunflower seed.
Teff, uncooked and Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried 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 CalciumCalcium | +130.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +45.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +373.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +76.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +122.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1104.5% |
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 KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +455.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +43862.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +279.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +31.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +147.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +179% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +320.6% |
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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:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +265.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +86.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +56.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2062.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +27.8% |
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
4.455 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.137 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -89.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +3045.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2060.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
36.56 g
Sucrose:
0.62 g
Glucose:
0.73 g
Fructose:
0.47 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.01 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
2.5 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +303.2% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 367kcal | 584kcal |
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| Protein | 13.3g | 20.78g |
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| Fats | 2.38g | 51.46g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 65.13g | 11.4g |
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| Carbs | 73.13g | 20g |
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| Magnesium | 184mg | 325mg |
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| Calcium | 180mg | 78mg |
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| Potassium | 427mg | 645mg |
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| Iron | 7.63mg | 5.25mg |
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| Sugar | 1.84g | 2.62g |
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| Fiber | 8g | 8.6g |
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| Copper | 0.81mg | 1.8mg |
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| Zinc | 3.63mg | 5mg |
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| Starch | 36.56g |
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| Phosphorus | 429mg | 660mg |
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| Sodium | 12mg | 9mg |
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| Vitamin A | 9IU | 50IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 35.17mg |
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| Manganese | 9.24mg | 1.95mg |
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| Selenium | 4.4µg | 53µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 1.48mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.27mg | 0.355mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.363mg | 8.335mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.942mg | 1.13mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.482mg | 1.345mg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 227µg |
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| Choline | 13.1mg | 55.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.449g | 4.455g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.589g | 18.528g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.071g | 23.137g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.139mg | 0.348mg |
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| Threonine | 0.51mg | 0.928mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.501mg | 1.139mg |
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| Leucine | 1.068mg | 1.659mg |
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| Lysine | 0.376mg | 0.937mg |
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| Methionine | 0.428mg | 0.494mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.698mg | 1.169mg |
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| Valine | 0.686mg | 1.315mg |
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| Histidine | 0.301mg | 0.632mg |
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| Fructose | 0.47g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.135g |
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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
31%
146%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
229%
207%
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 - 0.78g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Teff is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.006g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Teff is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is cheaper?
Teff is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunflower seed contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sunflower seed 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.