Tempeh vs. Amaranth grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Tempeh and Amaranth grain?
- Tempeh is richer in Copper, Vitamin B2, Manganese, Phosphorus, Vitamin B3, Potassium, Vitamin B6, Iron, and Calcium, yet Amaranth grain is richer in Selenium.
- Tempeh's daily need coverage for Copper is 46% higher.
- Tempeh has 16 times more Vitamin B2 than Amaranth grain. Tempeh has 0.358mg of Vitamin B2, while Amaranth grain has 0.022mg.
We used Tempeh and Amaranth grain, cooked 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 | +24.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +136.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +205.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +28.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +275.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +32.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +79.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +52.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +420% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1527.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1023.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +90.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +433.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +583.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +110.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +144.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 192kcal | 102kcal |
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| Protein | 20.29g | 3.8g |
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| Fats | 10.8g | 1.58g |
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| Net carbs | 7.64g | 16.59g |
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| Carbs | 7.64g | 18.69g |
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| Magnesium | 81mg | 65mg |
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| Calcium | 111mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 412mg | 135mg |
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| Iron | 2.7mg | 2.1mg |
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| Fiber | 2.1g |
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| Copper | 0.56mg | 0.149mg |
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| Zinc | 1.14mg | 0.86mg |
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| Starch | 16.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 266mg | 148mg |
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| Sodium | 9mg | 6mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.854mg |
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| Selenium | 0µg | 5.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.022mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 0.235mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.113mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg |
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| Folate | 24µg | 22µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.539g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.205g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.194mg |
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| Threonine | 0.796mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.88mg |
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| Leucine | 1.43mg |
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| Lysine | 0.908mg |
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| Methionine | 0.175mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg |
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| Valine | 0.92mg |
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| Histidine | 0.466mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats 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
19%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is cheaper?
Tempeh is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tempeh is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth grain is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth grain contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.539g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)