Amaranth grain vs. Sorghum syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between amaranth grain and sorghum syrup?
- Amaranth grain is higher in phosphorus and fiber, yet sorghum syrup is higher in vitamin B6, manganese, potassium, iron, calcium, vitamin B2, magnesium, and vitamin B1.
- Sorghum syrup's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 43% more.
We used Amaranth grain, cooked and Syrups, sorghum types in this article.
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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 CopperCopper | +14.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +109.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +164.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +223.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +53.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +219.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +640.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +81% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +79.2% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +135% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +604.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +492.9% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
74.9 g
Water:
22.7 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +231.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +300.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +211.7% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 102kcal | 290kcal |
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| Protein | 3.8g | 0g |
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| Fats | 1.58g | 0g |
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| Net carbs | 16.59g | 74.9g |
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| Carbs | 18.69g | 74.9g |
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| Magnesium | 65mg | 100mg |
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| Calcium | 47mg | 150mg |
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| Potassium | 135mg | 1000mg |
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| Iron | 2.1mg | 3.8mg |
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| Sugar | 74.9g |
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| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.13mg |
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| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.41mg |
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| Starch | 16.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 148mg | 56mg |
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| Sodium | 6mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0mg |
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| Manganese | 0.854mg | 1.53mg |
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| Selenium | 5.5µg | 1.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.155mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.67mg |
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| Folate | 22µg | 0µg |
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| Choline | 13.3mg |
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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
5%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
64%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 97)
Which food is cheaper?
Sorghum syrup is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sorghum syrup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth grain is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth grain is lower in Sugar (difference - 74.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth grain contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Amaranth grain is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.