Tomatillo vs. Amaranth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tomatillos and amaranth?
- Tomatillos are richer in manganese and vitamin B3, yet amaranth is richer in iron, phosphorus, magnesium, selenium, copper, and zinc.
- Tomatillos' daily need coverage for manganese is 6615% higher.
- Tomatillos have 8 times more vitamin B3 than amaranth. Tomatillos have 1.85mg of vitamin B3, while amaranth has 0.235mg.
We used Tomatillos, raw and Amaranth grain, cooked types in this comparison.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +98.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +17815.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +225% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +571.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +238.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +88.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +290.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +279.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1000% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +193.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +59.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +687.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +101.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +214.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +21.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +295.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +54.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +220% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +40% |
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 Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 153mg | 0.854mg | 6615% |
| Iron | 0.62mg | 2.1mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 39mg | 148mg | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 11.7mg | 13% | |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 65mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.85mg | 0.235mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 0.5µg | 5.5µg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 10.1µg | 8% | |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.149mg | 8% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.86mg | 6% |
| Protein | 0.96g | 3.8g | 6% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 47mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 135mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 5.84g | 18.69g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.113mg | 4% |
| Folate | 7µg | 22µg | 4% |
| Calories | 32kcal | 102kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.15mg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.417g | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.044mg | 0.015mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 0.19mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.035mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 1% | |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 2.1g | 1% |
| Fats | 1.02g | 1.58g | 1% |
| Choline | 7.6mg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.139g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 3.94g | 16.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.93g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 1mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.155g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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43%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tomatillo contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tomatillo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 97)
Which food is cheaper?
Tomatillo is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tomatillo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.93g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.139g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals