Truffle vs. Flax seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are truffle and flax seeds different?
- Truffle is richer in fiber, vitamin B2, and selenium, while flax seeds are higher in vitamin B1, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin B6, zinc, and manganese.
- Truffle covers your daily need for fiber, 171% more than flax seeds.
- Truffle contains 5 times more vitamin B2 than flax seeds. Truffle contains 0.844mg of vitamin B2, while flax seeds contain 0.161mg.
Fungi, Cloud ears, dried and Seeds, flaxseed 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 SeleniumSelenium | +70.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +372.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +60.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +566.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +228.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +248.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +27.2% |
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 | +424.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +103.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +10860% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +104.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +322.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +128.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.25 g
Fats:
0.73 g
Carbs:
73.01 g
Water:
14.8 g
Other:
2.21 g
Protein:
18.29 g
Fats:
42.16 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
6.96 g
Other:
3.71 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +152.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +112.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +97.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5675.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +67.9% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 28.73g | 192% | |
| Fiber | 70.1g | 27.3g | 171% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 1.644mg | 136% |
| Copper | 0.183mg | 1.22mg | 115% |
| Magnesium | 83mg | 392mg | 74% |
| Phosphorus | 184mg | 642mg | 65% |
| Fats | 0.73g | 42.16g | 64% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.844mg | 0.161mg | 53% |
| Selenium | 43.4µg | 25.4µg | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.112mg | 0.473mg | 28% |
| Zinc | 1.32mg | 4.34mg | 27% |
| Manganese | 1.951mg | 2.482mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.267mg | 3.08mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.527g | 19% | |
| Protein | 9.25g | 18.29g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 3.663g | 17% | |
| Carbs | 73.01g | 28.88g | 15% |
| Choline | 78.7mg | 14% | |
| Calories | 284kcal | 534kcal | 13% |
| Folate | 38µg | 87µg | 12% |
| Calcium | 159mg | 255mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.481mg | 0.985mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 4.3µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.31mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 754mg | 813mg | 2% |
| Iron | 5.88mg | 5.73mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.91g | 1.58g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.55g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 35mg | 30mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.297mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.766mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.896mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.235mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.862mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.37mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.957mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.072mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.472mg | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A |
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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62%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
107%
191%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Truffle is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.55g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Truffle is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.663g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Truffle is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is cheaper?
Truffle is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flax seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)