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Vermicelli vs. Nutmeg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are vermicelli and nutmeg different?

  • Vermicelli is higher in copper, selenium, choline, and zinc; however, nutmeg is richer in fiber, magnesium, vitamin B1, phosphorus, and folate.
  • Daily need coverage for saturated fat for nutmeg is 130% higher.
  • Vermicelli contains 20 times more choline than nutmeg. While vermicelli contains 177mg of choline, nutmeg contains only 8.8mg.
  • Vermicelli has less saturated fat.
  • Nutmeg has a lower glycemic index (0) than vermicelli (35).

Vermicelli, made from soy and Spices, nutmeg, ground are the varieties 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 1.4% 17% 0.26% 68% 639% 116% 8.6% 0.52% 0% 147%
Nutmeg
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 131% 55% 31% 114% 342% 59% 91% 2.1% 378% 8.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +86.6%
Contains more ZincZinc +97.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -75%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +1587.5%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +9050%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +234.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +11566.7%
Contains more IronIron +68%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +965%

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 0% 0.67% 10% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 9.5% 0% 97%
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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 10% 1.7% 0% 0% 87% 13% 24% 0% 37% 0% 0% 57% 4.8%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +1911.4%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +150%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~mg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
82% 12% 6%
Protein: 0.1 g
Fats: 0.1 g
Carbs: 82.32 g
Water: 11.9 g
Other: 5.58 g
Nutmeg
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6% 36% 49% 6% 2%
Protein: 5.84 g
Fats: 36.31 g
Carbs: 49.29 g
Water: 6.23 g
Other: 2.33 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +67%
Contains more WaterWater +91%
Contains more OtherOther +139.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +5740%
Contains more FatsFats +36210%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
21% 19% 60%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.014 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.041 g
Nutmeg
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88% 11%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 25.94 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.35 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +24669.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +753.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Vermicelli Nutmeg DV% diff.
Manganese 2.9mg 126%
Saturated fat 0.014g 25.94g 118%
Copper 1.916mg 1.027mg 99%
Fiber 3.9g 20.8g 68%
Fats 0.1g 36.31g 56%
Selenium 27µg 1.6µg 46%
Magnesium 2mg 183mg 43%
Choline 177mg 8.8mg 31%
Vitamin B1 0mg 0.346mg 29%
Phosphorus 20mg 213mg 28%
Folate 0µg 76µg 19%
Zinc 4.24mg 2.15mg 19%
Iron 1.81mg 3.04mg 15%
Calcium 55mg 184mg 13%
Vitamin B6 0mg 0.16mg 12%
Carbs 82.32g 49.29g 11%
Protein 0.1g 5.84g 11%
Calories 331kcal 525kcal 10%
Potassium 3mg 350mg 10%
Monounsaturated fat 0.013g 3.22g 8%
Vitamin B3 0mg 1.299mg 8%
Vitamin B2 0mg 0.057mg 4%
Vitamin E 0.51mg 0mg 3%
Vitamin C 0mg 3mg 3%
Vitamin K 3.8µg 0µg 3%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.041g 0.35g 2%
Sodium 4mg 16mg 1%
Net carbs 78.42g 28.49g N/A
Sugar 17.44g 2.99g N/A
Vitamin A 2µg 5µg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Vermicelli Nutmeg
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
9%
Vermicelli
18%
Nutmeg
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
100%
Vermicelli
121%
Nutmeg

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Vermicelli
Vermicelli contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Vermicelli
Vermicelli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 25.926g)
Which food is cheaper?
Vermicelli
Vermicelli is cheaper (difference - $4.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.45g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Vermicelli - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169884/nutrients
  2. Nutmeg - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171326/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.