Tempeh vs. Potato bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between tempeh and potato bread
- Tempeh has more copper, manganese, vitamin B2, and magnesium; however, potato bread is higher in folate, selenium, phosphorus, and vitamin B5.
- Tempeh covers your daily copper needs 52% more than potato bread.
- The glycemic index of potato bread is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Tempeh and Bread, potato.
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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 | +189.3% |
Contains more IronIron | +20% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +495.7% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.6% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +413.8% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +69.4% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +74.3% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +26.3% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.7% |
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 | +237.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +111.2% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +141% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +193.9% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +87.5% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +425% |
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:
12.5 g
Fats:
3.13 g
Carbs:
47.07 g
Water:
33.55 g
Other:
3.75 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +62.3% |
Contains more FatsFats | +245% |
Contains more WaterWater | +77.8% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +516.1% |
Contains more OtherOther | +131.5% |
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 Sodium |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Copper | 0.56mg | 0.094mg | 52% |
Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.253mg | 46% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 0g | 29% |
Folate | 24µg | 126µg | 26% |
Fiber | 6.3g | 25% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.106mg | 19% |
Selenium | 0µg | 9.5µg | 17% |
Sodium | 9mg | 375mg | 16% |
Protein | 20.29g | 12.5g | 16% |
Phosphorus | 266mg | 369mg | 15% |
Magnesium | 81mg | 28mg | 13% |
Carbs | 7.64g | 47.07g | 13% |
Saturated fat | 2.539g | 0g | 12% |
Fats | 10.8g | 3.13g | 12% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 0.817mg | 11% |
Potassium | 412mg | 718mg | 9% |
Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 1.25mg | 9% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.188mg | 9% |
Calcium | 111mg | 188mg | 8% |
Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 0g | 8% |
Iron | 2.7mg | 2.25mg | 6% |
Vitamin K | 6.8µg | 6% | |
Calories | 192kcal | 266kcal | 4% |
Vitamin E | 0.47mg | 3% | |
Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.15µg | 3% |
Vitamin A | 0µg | 24µg | 3% |
Zinc | 1.14mg | 1.44mg | 3% |
Choline | 18.4mg | 3% | |
Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.232mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 7.64g | 40.77g | N/A |
Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
Sugar | 9.38g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.796mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.43mg | 0.44mg | 0% |
Lysine | 0.908mg | 0.311mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
Valine | 0.92mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.466mg | 0.143mg | 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%

27%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%

59%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.38g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 366mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Potato bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.539g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Potato bread 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 ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.