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Whisky vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between whisky and cayenne pepper

  • The amount of vitamin A, vitamin B6, fiber, iron, manganese, vitamin C, vitamin B2, potassium, vitamin B3, and phosphorus in cayenne pepper is higher than in whisky.
  • Cayenne pepper covers your daily need for vitamin A, 832% more than whisky.
  • Whisky has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of whisky is 0, while the glycemic index of cayenne pepper is 32.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Alcoholic beverage, distilled, whiskey, 86 proof and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne.

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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.
Whisky
1
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 0% 0.09% 0.75% 4.7% 0.55% 1.3% 0% 1% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 109% 44% 178% 293% 124% 68% 126% 3.9% 261% 48%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +∞%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +∞%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +201300%
Contains more IronIron +38900%
Contains more CopperCopper +2564.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +12300%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +9666.7%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +24900%
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.
Whisky
0
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% 0% 0% 2% 0.23% 0.94% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
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 255% 694% 597% 0% 82% 212% 163% 0% 565% 0% 201% 80% 28%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +4000%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +91800%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +17302%
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
Whisky
2
64% 36%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 0.1 g
Water: 63.9 g
Other: 36 g
12% 17% 57% 8% 6%
Protein: 12.01 g
Fats: 17.27 g
Carbs: 56.63 g
Water: 8.05 g
Other: 6.04 g
Contains more WaterWater +693.8%
Contains more OtherOther +496%
Contains more ProteinProtein +∞%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +56530%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Whisky Cayenne pepper DV% diff.
Vitamin A 0µg 2081µg 231%
Vitamin E 29.83mg 199%
Vitamin B6 0mg 2.45mg 188%
Fiber 0g 27.2g 109%
Iron 0.02mg 7.8mg 97%
Manganese 0.008mg 2mg 87%
Vitamin C 0mg 76.4mg 85%
Vitamin B2 0.001mg 0.919mg 71%
Vitamin K 80.3µg 67%
Potassium 1mg 2014mg 59%
Polyunsaturated fat 0g 8.37g 56%
Vitamin B3 0.05mg 8.701mg 54%
Phosphorus 3mg 293mg 41%
Copper 0.014mg 0.373mg 40%
Magnesium 0mg 152mg 36%
Vitamin B1 0.008mg 0.328mg 27%
Folate 0µg 106µg 27%
Fats 0g 17.27g 27%
Protein 0g 12.01g 24%
Zinc 0.02mg 2.48mg 22%
Carbs 0.1g 56.63g 19%
Selenium 0µg 8.8µg 16%
Saturated fat 0g 3.26g 15%
Calcium 0mg 148mg 15%
Choline 51.5mg 9%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 2.75g 7%
Calories 250kcal 318kcal 3%
Sodium 0mg 30mg 1%
Net carbs 0.1g 29.43g N/A
Sugar 0.1g 10.34g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Whisky Cayenne pepper
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
0%
Whisky
221%
Cayenne pepper
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
1%
Whisky
125%
Cayenne pepper

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Whisky
Whisky is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.24g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Whisky
Whisky contains less Sodium (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Whisky
Whisky is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.26g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Whisky
Whisky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Whisky
Whisky is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper 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. Whisky - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174819/nutrients
  2. Cayenne pepper - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170932/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.