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Halva vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Halva and Corn syrup?

  • Halva has more Copper, Phosphorus, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc, Vitamin B1, Manganese, Vitamin B6, and Fiber than Corn syrup.
  • Halva's daily need coverage for Copper is 128% higher.

We used Candies, halavah, plain and Syrups, corn, dark 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 Calcium +83.3%
Contains more Iron +1124.3%
Contains more Magnesium +2625%
Contains more Phosphorus +5418.2%
Contains more Potassium +325%
Contains more Zinc +10700%
Contains more Copper +2167.9%
Contains more Manganese +773%
Contains more Selenium +296.6%
Contains less Sodium -20.5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 10% 170% 156% 261% 17% 26% 118% 401% 114% 63%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 14% 6% 5% 4% 21% 2% 18% 14% 16%
Contains more Calcium +83.3%
Contains more Iron +1124.3%
Contains more Magnesium +2625%
Contains more Phosphorus +5418.2%
Contains more Potassium +325%
Contains more Zinc +10700%
Contains more Copper +2167.9%
Contains more Manganese +773%
Contains more Selenium +296.6%
Contains less Sodium -20.5%

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.
Halva
9
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +3754.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +877.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +14180%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +656.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +3766.7%
Contains more Folate +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 0% 0% 1% 106% 21% 54% 11% 81% 49% 5% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 3% 3% 1% 2% 3% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +3754.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +877.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +14180%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +656.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +3766.7%
Contains more Folate +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +∞%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Other +357.5%
Contains more Carbs +28.3%
Contains more Water +499.7%
12% 22% 60% 4% 2%
Protein: 12.49 g
Fats: 21.52 g
Carbs: 60.49 g
Water: 3.67 g
Other: 1.83 g
78% 22%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 77.59 g
Water: 22.01 g
Other: 0.4 g
Contains more Protein +∞%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Other +357.5%
Contains more Carbs +28.3%
Contains more Water +499.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Halva Corn syrup Opinion
Net carbs 55.99g 77.59g Corn syrup
Protein 12.49g 0g Halva
Fats 21.52g 0g Halva
Carbs 60.49g 77.59g Corn syrup
Calories 469kcal 286kcal Halva
Sugar 77.59g Halva
Fiber 4.5g 0g Halva
Calcium 33mg 18mg Halva
Iron 4.53mg 0.37mg Halva
Magnesium 218mg 8mg Halva
Phosphorus 607mg 11mg Halva
Potassium 187mg 44mg Halva
Sodium 195mg 155mg Corn syrup
Zinc 4.32mg 0.04mg Halva
Copper 1.202mg 0.053mg Halva
Manganese 0.873mg 0.1mg Halva
Selenium 11.5µg 2.9µg Halva
Vitamin A 2IU 0IU Halva
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0mg Halva
Vitamin B1 0.424mg 0.011mg Halva
Vitamin B2 0.088mg 0.009mg Halva
Vitamin B3 2.856mg 0.02mg Halva
Vitamin B5 0.174mg 0.023mg Halva
Vitamin B6 0.348mg 0.009mg Halva
Folate 65µg 0µg Halva
Vitamin B12 0.04µg 0µg Halva
Saturated Fat 4.127g 0g Corn syrup
Monounsaturated Fat 8.194g 0g Halva
Polyunsaturated fat 8.481g 0g Halva

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Halva Corn syrup
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
27%
Halva
1%
Corn syrup
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
133%
Halva
10%
Corn syrup

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Halva
Halva is lower in Sugar (difference - 77.59g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Halva
Halva is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Halva
Halva is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Halva
Halva is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 40mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.127g)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
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. Halva - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167996/nutrients
  2. Corn syrup - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168836/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.