Teff vs. Corn grits — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Teff and Corn grits?
- Teff is richer in Manganese, Copper, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Zinc, Fiber, and Vitamin B6, yet Corn grits is richer in Iron, and Vitamin B2.
- Teff's daily need coverage for Manganese is 122% higher.
- Teff contains less Sodium.
We used Teff, cooked and Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +733.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +296.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +757.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5736.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +30.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +227.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +28% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +246.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +309.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +83.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.87 g
Fats:
0.65 g
Carbs:
19.86 g
Water:
74.93 g
Other:
0.69 g
Protein:
1.58 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
15.95 g
Water:
81.22 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +144.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +32.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +24.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +10.1% |
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Water
~81.22g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 101kcal | 74kcal |
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| Protein | 3.87g | 1.58g |
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| Fats | 0.65g | 0.49g |
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| Net carbs | 17.06g | 14.85g |
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| Carbs | 19.86g | 15.95g |
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| Magnesium | 50mg | 6mg |
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| Calcium | 49mg | 64mg |
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| Potassium | 107mg | 27mg |
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| Iron | 2.05mg | 6.71mg |
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| Sugar | 0.1g |
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| Fiber | 2.8g | 1.1g |
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| Copper | 0.226mg | 0mg |
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| Zinc | 1.11mg | 0.09mg |
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| Starch | 15.39g |
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| Phosphorus | 120mg | 14mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg | 227mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.01mg |
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| Manganese | 2.86mg | 0.049mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.183mg | 0.143mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.033mg | 0.135mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.909mg | 1.672mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.052mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.097mg | 0.028mg |
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| Folate | 18µg | 27µg |
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| Choline | 2.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.076g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.081g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.191g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.011mg |
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| Threonine | 0.149mg | 0.052mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.146mg | 0.058mg |
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| Leucine | 0.311mg | 0.228mg |
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| Lysine | 0.109mg | 0.031mg |
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| Methionine | 0.125mg | 0.029mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.203mg | 0.087mg |
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| Valine | 0.2mg | 0.077mg |
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| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0.048mg |
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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
8%
10%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
67%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Teff is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.1g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Teff contains less Sodium (difference - 219mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Teff is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.076g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Teff is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Teff is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn grits is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)