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Turmeric vs. Powdered milk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between turmeric and powdered milk

  • Turmeric has more manganese, iron, copper, and fiber; however, powdered milk is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin B5.
  • Turmeric covers your daily manganese needs 859% more than powdered milk.
  • Turmeric has less saturated fat.
  • The glycemic index of powdered milk is higher.

Food varieties used in this article are Spices, turmeric, ground and Milk, dry, whole, without added vitamin D.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 149% 50% 184% 2063% 433% 123% 128% 3.5% 2583% 34%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 61% 274% 117% 18% 27% 91% 333% 48% 5.2% 89%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +144.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +56.4%
Contains more IronIron +11602.1%
Contains more CopperCopper +1525%
Contains more ZincZinc +34.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -92.7%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +49400%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +442.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +159.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +162.9%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 2.3% 0% 89% 0% 15% 35% 25% 33% 25% 0% 34% 15% 27%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 29% 86% 12% 7.5% 71% 278% 12% 136% 70% 406% 5.5% 28% 64%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +663.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +109%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +509.1%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +1128.6%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +387.9%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +703.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +319%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +182.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +85%
Contains more CholineCholine +138.6%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
10% 3% 67% 13% 7%
Protein: 9.68 g
Fats: 3.25 g
Carbs: 67.14 g
Water: 12.85 g
Other: 7.08 g
26% 27% 38% 2% 6%
Protein: 26.32 g
Fats: 26.71 g
Carbs: 38.42 g
Water: 2.47 g
Other: 6.08 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +74.8%
Contains more WaterWater +420.2%
Contains more OtherOther +16.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +171.9%
Contains more FatsFats +721.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
60% 15% 25%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.838 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.449 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.756 g
66% 31% 3%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 16.742 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 7.924 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.665 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -89%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +13.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +1664.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Turmeric Powdered milk
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Turmeric Powdered milk DV% diff.
Manganese 19.8mg 0.04mg 859%
Iron 55mg 0.47mg 682%
Copper 1.3mg 0.08mg 136%
Vitamin B12 0µg 3.25µg 135%
Fiber 22.7g 0g 91%
Vitamin B2 0.15mg 1.205mg 81%
Calcium 168mg 912mg 74%
Phosphorus 299mg 776mg 68%
Saturated fat 1.838g 16.742g 68%
Fats 3.25g 26.71g 36%
Vitamin B5 0.542mg 2.271mg 35%
Protein 9.68g 26.32g 33%
Cholesterol 0mg 97mg 32%
Vitamin A 0µg 258µg 29%
Magnesium 208mg 85mg 29%
Vitamin E 4.43mg 0.58mg 26%
Potassium 2080mg 1330mg 22%
Monounsaturated fat 0.449g 7.924g 19%
Vitamin B1 0.058mg 0.283mg 19%
Selenium 6.2µg 16.3µg 18%
Sodium 27mg 371mg 15%
Vitamin B6 0.107mg 0.302mg 15%
Choline 49.2mg 117.4mg 12%
Zinc 4.5mg 3.34mg 11%
Carbs 67.14g 38.42g 10%
Vitamin K 13.4µg 2.2µg 9%
Calories 312kcal 496kcal 9%
Vitamin C 0.7mg 8.6mg 9%
Vitamin B3 1.35mg 0.646mg 4%
Folate 20µg 37µg 4%
Vitamin D 0IU 20IU 3%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.5µg 3%
Fructose 0.45g 1%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.756g 0.665g 1%
Net carbs 44.44g 38.42g N/A
Sugar 3.21g 38.42g N/A
Trans fat 0.056g N/A
Tryptophan 0.17mg 0.371mg 0%
Threonine 0.33mg 1.188mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.47mg 1.592mg 0%
Leucine 0.81mg 2.578mg 0%
Lysine 0.38mg 2.087mg 0%
Methionine 0.14mg 0.66mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.53mg 1.271mg 0%
Valine 0.66mg 1.762mg 0%
Histidine 0.15mg 0.714mg 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.003g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.081g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Turmeric Powdered milk
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
23%
Turmeric
93%
Powdered milk
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
575%
Turmeric
106%
Powdered milk

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turmeric
Turmeric is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turmeric
Turmeric is lower in Sugar (difference - 35.21g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turmeric
Turmeric contains less Sodium (difference - 344mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turmeric
Turmeric is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.904g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turmeric
Turmeric is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Powdered milk
Powdered milk is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Powdered milk
Powdered milk is relatively richer in vitamins
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Turmeric - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172231/nutrients
  2. Powdered milk - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173454/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.