Amaranth vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between amaranth and sugar substitute
- Amaranth has more manganese, iron, phosphorus, copper, magnesium, vitamin B6, zinc, and fiber, while sugar substitute has more calcium.
- Sugar substitute's daily need coverage for calcium is 83% higher.
- Sugar substitute contains 39 times less manganese than amaranth. Amaranth contains 0.854mg of manganese, while sugar substitute contains 0.022mg.
- The amount of sodium in amaranth is lower.
- Sugar substitute has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of sugar substitute is 40, while the glycemic index of amaranth is 97.
The food types used in this comparison are Amaranth grain, cooked and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +983.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +246.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1212.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2028.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2050% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1750% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3781.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1770.2% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +46.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +653.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
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:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +84.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +722.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +353.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +423.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
16.23 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
3.52 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.09 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
2.94 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +361.1% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 47mg | 879mg | 83% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 0.022mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 572mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.16mg | 24% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 84.77g | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 8mg | 20% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.007mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 6mg | 14% |
| Calories | 102kcal | 347kcal | 12% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.015mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 0.04mg | 7% |
| Folate | 22µg | 6% | |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0.6g | 6% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 3.52g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 2.06g | 3% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 39mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.08mg | 2% | |
| Fats | 1.58g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.03g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
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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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36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 57)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 566mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Amaranth is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Amaranth is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol ( mg)
Which food contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat ( g)