Tempeh vs. Danish pastry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tempeh and danish pastry different?
- Tempeh is higher in copper, manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B6, and iron; however, danish pastry is richer in selenium and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for copper for tempeh is 52% higher.
- Tempeh contains 5 times more magnesium than danish pastry. While tempeh contains 81mg of magnesium, danish pastry contains only 15mg.
- Tempeh has less saturated fat.
- Tempeh has a lower glycemic index (15) than danish pastry (50).
Tempeh and Danish pastry, cheese are the varieties 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +440% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +217.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +320.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +50% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +529.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +62.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +146.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +270.4% |
| 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 B2Vitamin B2 | +37.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +32% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +437.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +143.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +150% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
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:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +153.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +90% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +102.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +386.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +67% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +253% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.56mg | 0.089mg | 52% |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.351mg | 41% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 18.9µg | 34% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 8g | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 108mg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 11.313g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 6.794g | 19% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 417mg | 18% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 21.9g | 17% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 15mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.04mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 2.575g | 12% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 1.8mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 37.2g | 10% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 374kcal | 9% |
| Folate | 24µg | 60µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.19mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 412mg | 98mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 35mg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 23mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.26mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 6.9µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.2µg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 0.7mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 35µg | 4% |
| Choline | 20.1mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 2mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 0.304mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 36.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.95g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0.293mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0.371mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 0.644mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 0.43mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.174mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 0.412mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A |
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
19%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.95g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 408mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tempeh is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.255g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)