Wheat germ oil vs. Marinara sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Wheat germ oil and Marinara sauce
- Wheat germ oil is richer in Vitamin E, and Vitamin K, yet Marinara sauce is richer in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Iron, Potassium, Copper, and Fiber.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin E from Wheat germ oil is 980% higher.
- Wheat germ oil contains 111 times more Saturated Fat than Marinara sauce. Wheat germ oil contains 18.8g of Saturated Fat, while Marinara sauce contains 0.17g.
Food types used in this article are Oil, wheat germ and Sauce, pasta, spaghetti/marinara, ready-to-serve, low sodium.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 EVitamin E | +6125% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +77.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +46% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
1.41 g
Fats:
1.48 g
Carbs:
8.06 g
Water:
87.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +6656.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
18.8 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
15.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
61.7 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.17 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.377 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +3905.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12045.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.1% |
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 884kcal | 51kcal |
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| Protein | 0g | 1.41g |
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| Fats | 100g | 1.48g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2mg |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 6.26g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 8.06g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg |
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| Magnesium | 0mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 0mg | 27mg |
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| Potassium | 0mg | 319mg |
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| Iron | 0mg | 0.78mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 5.5g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 1.8g |
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| Copper | 0mg | 0.081mg |
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| Zinc | 0mg | 0.2mg |
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| Phosphorus | 0mg | 34mg |
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| Sodium | 0mg | 30mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 650IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 33µg |
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| Vitamin E | 149.4mg | 2.4mg |
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| Manganese | 0.137mg |
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| Selenium | 0µg | 1.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.024mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.061mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 3.917mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.173mg |
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| Vitamin K | 24.7µg | 13.9µg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 13µg |
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| Choline | 20mg | 13.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 18.8g | 0.17g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 15.1g | 0.377g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 61.7g | 0.508g |
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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
235%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
0%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wheat germ oil is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wheat germ oil is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wheat germ oil contains less Sodium (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Marinara sauce is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 18.63g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marinara sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Marinara sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.