Wheat gluten vs. Amaranth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between wheat gluten and amaranth
- Wheat gluten has more selenium, iron, phosphorus, and calcium; however, amaranth has more magnesium, vitamin B6, fiber, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for wheat gluten is 62% higher.
- Amaranth has 3 times less calcium than wheat gluten. Wheat gluten has 142mg of calcium, while amaranth has 47mg.
- Amaranth has a higher glycemic index than wheat gluten.
Food types used in this article are Vital wheat gluten and Amaranth grain, cooked.
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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 | +202.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +147.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +22.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +75.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +621.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +160% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +35% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| 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:
75.16 g
Fats:
1.85 g
Carbs:
13.79 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1 g
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1877.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +17.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +29.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +816.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 75.16g | 3.8g | 143% |
| Selenium | 39.7µg | 5.5µg | 62% |
| Iron | 5.2mg | 2.1mg | 39% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 37% | |
| Phosphorus | 260mg | 148mg | 16% |
| Calories | 370kcal | 102kcal | 13% |
| Calcium | 142mg | 47mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 65mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.113mg | 9% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 2.1g | 6% |
| Folate | 0µg | 22µg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.81g | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.182mg | 0.149mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.022mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 13.79g | 18.69g | 2% |
| Sodium | 29mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.19mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 100mg | 135mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 0.235mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.272g | 1% | |
| Fats | 1.85g | 1.58g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.19g | 16.59g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.85mg | 0.86mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.156g | 0% |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wheat gluten is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
Wheat gluten is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.272g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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