Walnut vs. Peanut butter — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Walnut and Peanut butter
- Walnut has more Copper, Manganese, Vitamin B1, Iron, Vitamin B6, and Fiber, however, Peanut butter is higher in Vitamin B3, Vitamin E, and Vitamin B5.
- Walnut covers your daily need of Copper 129% more than Peanut butter.
- Walnut has 2 times more Vitamin B1 than Peanut butter. While Walnut has 0.341mg of Vitamin B1, Peanut butter has only 0.15mg.
- Walnut has less Saturated Fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Nuts, walnuts, english and Peanut butter, smooth style, without salt.
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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 | +100% |
| Contains more IronIron | +67.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +275.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +23.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +105% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +19.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +127.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +800% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +28% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1065.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +99.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +60.7% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.23 g
Fats:
65.21 g
Carbs:
13.71 g
Water:
4.07 g
Other:
1.78 g
Protein:
22.21 g
Fats:
51.36 g
Carbs:
22.31 g
Water:
1.23 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +27% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +230.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +45.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +62.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +62.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.126 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.933 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
47.174 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
10.325 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
25.941 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.535 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -40.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +276.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +190.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0.06 g
Sucrose:
2.43 g
Glucose:
0.08 g
Fructose:
0.09 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
3.56 g
Sucrose:
10.25 g
Glucose:
0.13 g
Fructose:
0.12 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +5833.3% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +321.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +62.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +33.3% |
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 654kcal | 598kcal |
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| Protein | 15.23g | 22.21g |
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| Fats | 65.21g | 51.36g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.3mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 7.01g | 17.31g |
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| Carbs | 13.71g | 22.31g |
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| Magnesium | 158mg | 168mg |
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| Calcium | 98mg | 49mg |
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| Potassium | 441mg | 558mg |
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| Iron | 2.91mg | 1.74mg |
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| Sugar | 2.61g | 10.49g |
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| Fiber | 6.7g | 5g |
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| Copper | 1.586mg | 0.422mg |
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| Zinc | 3.09mg | 2.51mg |
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| Starch | 0.06g | 3.56g |
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| Phosphorus | 346mg | 335mg |
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| Sodium | 2mg | 17mg |
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| Vitamin A | 20IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.7mg | 9.1mg |
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| Manganese | 3.414mg | 1.665mg |
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| Selenium | 4.9µg | 4.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.341mg | 0.15mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.192mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.125mg | 13.112mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.57mg | 1.137mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.537mg | 0.441mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.7µg | 0.3µg |
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| Folate | 98µg | 87µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.075g |
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| Choline | 39.2mg | 63mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.126g | 10.325g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.933g | 25.941g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 47.174g | 12.535g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.17mg | 0.231mg |
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| Threonine | 0.596mg | 0.525mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.625mg | 0.616mg |
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| Leucine | 1.17mg | 1.546mg |
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| Lysine | 0.424mg | 0.681mg |
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| Methionine | 0.236mg | 0.265mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.711mg | 1.202mg |
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| Valine | 0.753mg | 0.782mg |
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| Histidine | 0.391mg | 0.557mg |
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| Fructose | 0.09g | 0.12g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.215g |
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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
32%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
152%
84%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Walnut is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Walnut contains less Sodium (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Walnut is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.199g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Walnut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Walnut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Peanut butter is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.