Thyme vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between thyme and cayenne pepper
- Thyme has more iron, vitamin C, and calcium; however, cayenne pepper is richer in vitamin A, vitamin B6, fiber, vitamin B3, potassium, vitamin B2, and phosphorus.
- Cayenne pepper covers your daily vitamin A needs 737% more than thyme.
- Cayenne pepper has 3 times less calcium than thyme. Thyme has 405mg of calcium, while cayenne pepper has 148mg.
- Thyme has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of thyme is 45, while the glycemic index of cayenne pepper is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Thyme, fresh and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne.
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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 | +173.6% |
Contains more IronIron | +123.7% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +48.8% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -70% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +230.7% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +37% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +176.4% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +16.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +109.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +774.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +583.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +95.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +377% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +604% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +135.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.56 g
Fats:
1.68 g
Carbs:
24.45 g
Water:
65.11 g
Other:
3.2 g
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
Contains more WaterWater | +708.8% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +116% |
Contains more FatsFats | +928% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +131.6% |
Contains more OtherOther | +88.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.467 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.532 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.7% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3295.1% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1473.3% |
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 |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin A | 238µg | 2081µg | 205% |
Vitamin E | 29.83mg | 199% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.348mg | 2.45mg | 162% |
Iron | 17.45mg | 7.8mg | 121% |
Vitamin C | 160.1mg | 76.4mg | 93% |
Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 67% | |
Fiber | 14g | 27.2g | 53% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.532g | 8.37g | 52% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.824mg | 8.701mg | 43% |
Potassium | 609mg | 2014mg | 41% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.471mg | 0.919mg | 34% |
Phosphorus | 106mg | 293mg | 27% |
Calcium | 405mg | 148mg | 26% |
Fats | 1.68g | 17.27g | 24% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.048mg | 0.328mg | 23% |
Copper | 0.555mg | 0.373mg | 20% |
Selenium | 8.8µg | 16% | |
Folate | 45µg | 106µg | 15% |
Saturated fat | 0.467g | 3.26g | 13% |
Protein | 5.56g | 12.01g | 13% |
Manganese | 1.719mg | 2mg | 12% |
Calories | 101kcal | 318kcal | 11% |
Carbs | 24.45g | 56.63g | 11% |
Choline | 51.5mg | 9% | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.409mg | 8% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.081g | 2.75g | 7% |
Zinc | 1.81mg | 2.48mg | 6% |
Magnesium | 160mg | 152mg | 2% |
Sodium | 9mg | 30mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 10.45g | 29.43g | N/A |
Sugar | 10.34g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.114mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.154mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.262mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.126mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.307mg | 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
70%

221%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
145%

125%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Thyme is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Thyme contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Thyme is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.793g)
Which food is cheaper?

Thyme is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Cayenne pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Cayenne pepper 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 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.