Tempeh vs. Peppermint — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tempeh and peppermint different?
- Tempeh is richer in phosphorus, copper, vitamin B2, and vitamin B6, while peppermint is higher in vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, folate, and calcium.
- Peppermint covers your daily need for vitamin A, 85% more than tempeh.
- Tempeh contains 10 times more saturated fat than peppermint. Tempeh contains 2.539g of saturated fat, while peppermint contains 0.246g.
- Peppermint has a higher glycemic index (70) than tempeh (15).
Tempeh and Peppermint, fresh types were 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 CopperCopper | +70.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +264.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +118.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +38.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +88.1% |
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 | +34.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +54.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +21.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +375% |
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:
3.75 g
Fats:
0.94 g
Carbs:
14.89 g
Water:
78.65 g
Other:
1.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +441.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1048.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +94.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +31.9% |
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Other
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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
0.246 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.033 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +9612.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +746.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.3% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.8mg | 35% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 3.75g | 33% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 5.08mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 73mg | 28% |
| Copper | 0.56mg | 0.329mg | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 0.508g | 25% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 212µg | 24% |
| Folate | 24µg | 114µg | 23% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 0.94g | 15% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 243mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 0.246g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 0.033g | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.266mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.129mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 1.706mg | 6% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 70kcal | 6% |
| Potassium | 412mg | 569mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 1.176mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 14.89g | 2% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 31mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 0.338mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 6.89g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 80mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 1.11mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0.058mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 0.161mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.053mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0.191mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
70%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is cheaper?
Tempeh is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peppermint is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.293g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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