Wheat vs. Sorghum grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Wheat and Sorghum grain?
- Wheat is richer in Selenium, while Sorghum grain is higher in Vitamin B6, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Iron, Vitamin B1, Fiber, Vitamin B3, and Copper.
- Wheat's daily need coverage for Selenium is 36% higher.
We used Wheat, KAMUT khorasan, cooked and Sorghum grain 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 SeleniumSelenium | +161.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +243.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +44.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +121.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +90.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +37.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +96.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +55.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +108.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +249.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +220% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +532.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +81.8% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.71 g
Fats:
0.83 g
Carbs:
27.6 g
Water:
65.18 g
Other:
0.68 g
Protein:
10.62 g
Fats:
3.46 g
Carbs:
72.09 g
Water:
12.4 g
Other:
1.43 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +425.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +86% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +316.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +161.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +110.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.077 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.084 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.243 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.61 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.131 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.558 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -87.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1246.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +541.2% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 132kcal | 329kcal |
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| Protein | 5.71g | 10.62g |
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| Fats | 0.83g | 3.46g |
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| Net carbs | 23.3g | 65.39g |
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| Carbs | 27.6g | 72.09g |
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| Magnesium | 48mg | 165mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 164mg | 363mg |
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| Iron | 1.76mg | 3.36mg |
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| Sugar | 3.07g | 2.53g |
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| Fiber | 4.3g | 6.7g |
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| Copper | 0.207mg | 0.284mg |
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| Zinc | 1.84mg | 1.67mg |
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| Phosphorus | 147mg | 289mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg | 2mg |
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| Vitamin A | 4IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 0.5mg |
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| Manganese | 1.03mg | 1.605mg |
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| Selenium | 31.9µg | 12.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.332mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.096mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.305mg | 3.688mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.367mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.443mg |
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| Folate | 11µg | 20µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.002g | 0.005g |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.077g | 0.61g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.084g | 1.131g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.243g | 1.558g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.051mg | 0.124mg |
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| Threonine | 0.172mg | 0.346mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.22mg | 0.433mg |
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| Leucine | 0.432mg | 1.491mg |
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| Lysine | 0.161mg | 0.229mg |
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| Methionine | 0.097mg | 0.169mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.3mg | 0.546mg |
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| Valine | 0.267mg | 0.561mg |
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| Histidine | 0.147mg | 0.246mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low 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
8%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
61%
82%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Wheat is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.533g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sorghum grain is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.54g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sorghum grain contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum grain is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Sorghum grain is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sorghum grain is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sorghum grain is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)