Teff vs. Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between teff and cowpea (Black-eyed pea)?
- Teff is richer in manganese, yet cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is richer in folate, fiber, iron, phosphorus, and potassium.
- Teff's daily need coverage for manganese is 104% higher.
- Teff has 2 times more calcium than cowpea (Black-eyed pea). Teff has 49mg of calcium, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has 24mg.
We used Teff, cooked and Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, 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 CalciumCalcium | +104.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +502.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +159.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +22.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +83.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +10.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1055.6% |
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:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +22.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +99.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36.2% |
~equal in
Carbs
~20.76g
~equal in
Water
~70.04g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.86mg | 0.475mg | 104% |
| Folate | 18µg | 208µg | 48% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 6.5g | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.411mg | 8% | |
| Protein | 3.87g | 7.73g | 8% |
| Iron | 2.05mg | 2.51mg | 6% |
| Choline | 32.2mg | 6% | |
| Phosphorus | 120mg | 156mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.226mg | 0.268mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 107mg | 278mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 24mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.909mg | 0.495mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.11mg | 1.29mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.033mg | 0.055mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.225g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.183mg | 0.202mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.138g | 1% | |
| Calories | 101kcal | 116kcal | 1% |
| Magnesium | 50mg | 53mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.65g | 0.53g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% | |
| Carbs | 19.86g | 20.76g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 17.06g | 14.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.3g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 8mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.097mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.044g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.095mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.149mg | 0.294mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.146mg | 0.314mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.311mg | 0.592mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.109mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.125mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.203mg | 0.451mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.2mg | 0.368mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0.24mg | 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
8%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
67%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Teff is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Teff is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.138g)
Which food is cheaper?
Teff is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)