Teff vs. Khorasan wheat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between teff and khorasan wheat
- Teff contains less phosphorus, vitamin B3, fiber, vitamin B1, copper, zinc, iron, magnesium, vitamin B6, and vitamin B2 than khorasan wheat.
- Khorasan wheat's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 35% higher.
- Khorasan wheat has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of khorasan wheat is 40, while the glycemic index of teff is 57.
The food types used in this comparison are Teff, cooked and Wheat, KAMUT khorasan, uncooked.
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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 | +122.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +160% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +276.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +83.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +123.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +231.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +203.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.5% |
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 FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +209.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +457.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +601.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +167% |
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:
14.54 g
Fats:
2.13 g
Carbs:
70.58 g
Water:
11.07 g
Other:
1.68 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +576.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +275.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +227.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +255.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +143.5% |
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 Saturated fat |
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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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 81.5µg | 148% | |
| Phosphorus | 120mg | 364mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.909mg | 6.375mg | 34% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 11.1g | 33% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.183mg | 0.566mg | 32% |
| Copper | 0.226mg | 0.506mg | 31% |
| Zinc | 1.11mg | 3.68mg | 23% |
| Iron | 2.05mg | 3.77mg | 22% |
| Starch | 52.41g | 22% | |
| Protein | 3.87g | 14.54g | 21% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.949mg | 19% | |
| Magnesium | 50mg | 130mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 19.86g | 70.58g | 17% |
| Calories | 101kcal | 337kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.097mg | 0.259mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.033mg | 0.184mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 107mg | 403mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 2.86mg | 2.735mg | 5% |
| Folate | 18µg | 5% | |
| Choline | 25.8mg | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.621g | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.61mg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 49mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Fats | 0.65g | 2.13g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.196g | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.213g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 17.06g | 59.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.84g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 8mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.149mg | 0.442mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.146mg | 0.566mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.311mg | 1.112mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.109mg | 0.416mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.125mg | 0.251mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.203mg | 0.772mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.2mg | 0.687mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0.379mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.11g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.048g | N/A |
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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%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
67%
150%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Teff is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.84g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Teff is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.196g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Khorasan wheat contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Khorasan wheat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Khorasan wheat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Khorasan wheat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)