Tempeh vs. Sunflower seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between tempeh and sunflower seeds
- The amount of copper, vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin B6, magnesium, phosphorus, folate, vitamin B3, zinc, and iron in sunflower seeds is higher than in tempeh.
- Sunflower seeds cover your daily copper needs 138% more than tempeh.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Tempeh and Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried.
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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 | +42.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +301.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +56.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +94.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +221.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +338.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +148.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +50% |
| 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 B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1797.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +215.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +306.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +525.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +845.8% |
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:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1161.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +376.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +161.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +87% |
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Protein
~20.78g
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
4.455 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.137 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +478.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +438.1% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin E | 35.17mg | 234% | |
| Copper | 0.56mg | 1.8mg | 138% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 23.137g | 126% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 1.48mg | 117% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 53µg | 96% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 1.345mg | 87% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 51.46g | 63% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 325mg | 58% |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 660mg | 56% |
| Folate | 24µg | 227µg | 51% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 18.528g | 38% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 8.335mg | 36% |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 5mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 8.6g | 34% | |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 5.25mg | 32% |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 1.95mg | 28% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 584kcal | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 1.13mg | 17% |
| Choline | 55.1mg | 10% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 4.455g | 9% |
| Potassium | 412mg | 645mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 20g | 4% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 78mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.4mg | 2% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 20.78g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 11.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.62g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 9mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.355mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0.348mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0.928mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 1.139mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 1.659mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 0.937mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.494mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 1.169mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 1.315mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 0.632mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 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
19%
146%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
207%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.62g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tempeh is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.916g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is cheaper?
Tempeh is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sunflower seeds 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 contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (9 mg)