Apple pie vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between apple pie and brown sugar?
- Apple pie is higher in vitamin B2, vitamin B1, fiber, vitamin B3, iron, and manganese, yet brown sugar is higher in calcium.
- Apple pie's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 19% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in brown sugar is lower.
- The glycemic index of apple pie is lower.
We used Pie, apple, commercially prepared, unenriched flour and Sugars, brown 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 IronIron | +70.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +433.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +500% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +184.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +28.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +654.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +104.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.5% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +920.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +10.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
34 g
Water:
52.2 g
Other:
0.9 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1483.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3795.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +100% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +188.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 34g | 98.09g | 21% |
| Fats | 11g | 0g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 3.797g | 0g | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.198g | 0g | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.158mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.388g | 0g | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.134mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 266mg | 28mg | 10% |
| Calories | 237kcal | 380kcal | 7% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 83mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.21mg | 0.71mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.123mg | 0.11mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 0g | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.182mg | 0.064mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 3.2mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Protein | 1.9g | 0.12g | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 24mg | 4mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 29µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 65mg | 133mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 4µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.03mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 32.4g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 7mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 97.02g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.119mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.073mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.129mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.038mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 238mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.797g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apple pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 97.02g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Apple pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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