Turmeric vs. Pumpkin seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between turmeric and pumpkin seeds?
- Turmeric is richer in manganese, iron, copper, potassium, phosphorus, fiber, calcium, and vitamin B5, yet pumpkin seeds are richer in zinc and magnesium.
- Turmeric's daily need coverage for manganese is 839% higher.
- Turmeric has 17 times more iron than pumpkin seeds. Turmeric has 55mg of iron, while pumpkin seeds have 3.31mg.
We used Spices, turmeric, ground and Seeds, pumpkin and squash seeds, whole, roasted, without salt 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 CalciumCalcium | +205.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +126.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1561.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +88.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +225% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3891.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +26% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +128.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.3% |
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 | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +70.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +188.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +372% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +867.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +189.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +122.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.68 g
Fats:
3.25 g
Carbs:
67.14 g
Water:
12.85 g
Other:
7.08 g
Protein:
18.55 g
Fats:
19.4 g
Carbs:
53.75 g
Water:
4.5 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +24.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +185.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +86.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +91.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +496.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.838 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.449 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.756 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.67 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.844 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -49.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1243.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1069.8% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 19.8mg | 0.496mg | 839% |
| Iron | 55mg | 3.31mg | 646% |
| Copper | 1.3mg | 0.69mg | 68% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.756g | 8.844g | 54% |
| Zinc | 4.5mg | 10.3mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 2080mg | 919mg | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 299mg | 92mg | 30% |
| Vitamin E | 4.43mg | 30% | |
| Fats | 3.25g | 19.4g | 25% |
| Protein | 9.68g | 18.55g | 18% |
| Fiber | 22.7g | 18.4g | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.449g | 6.032g | 14% |
| Magnesium | 208mg | 262mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 168mg | 55mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin K | 13.4µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.542mg | 0.056mg | 10% |
| Choline | 49.2mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.052mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.838g | 3.67g | 8% |
| Calories | 312kcal | 446kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.35mg | 0.286mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.107mg | 0.037mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 67.14g | 53.75g | 4% |
| Folate | 20µg | 9µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.058mg | 0.034mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.45g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 44.44g | 35.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.21g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 27mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.056g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.17mg | 0.326mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.33mg | 0.683mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.47mg | 0.956mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.81mg | 1.572mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.38mg | 1.386mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.14mg | 0.417mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.53mg | 0.924mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.66mg | 1.491mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.15mg | 0.515mg | 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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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%
4%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
575%
103%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turmeric is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.832g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turmeric is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turmeric is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turmeric is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pumpkin seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.21g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Pumpkin seeds is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)