Applesauce vs. Apple — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between applesauce and apples
- Applesauce has less fiber.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Applesauce, canned, unsweetened, without added ascorbic acid (includes USDA commodity) and Apples, raw, with skin.
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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 | +91.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +44.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +120% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +52.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +360% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +12.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +48.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +51.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +340% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +54.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.17 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
11.27 g
Water:
88.22 g
Other:
0.24 g
Protein:
0.26 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
13.81 g
Water:
85.56 g
Other:
0.2 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +20% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +70% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.5% |
~equal in
Water
~85.56g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.008 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.014 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.028 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.007 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.051 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +250% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +264.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
1.13 g
Glucose:
2.3 g
Fructose:
5.88 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.07 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0.05 g
Sucrose:
2.07 g
Glucose:
2.43 g
Fructose:
5.9 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +83.2% |
~equal in
Glucose
~2.43g
~equal in
Fructose
~5.9g
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 2.4g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 4.6mg | 4% |
| Calories | 42kcal | 52kcal | 1% |
| Iron | 0.23mg | 0.12mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.5µg | 2.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.027mg | 0.041mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 5mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.017mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 74mg | 107mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 11.27g | 13.81g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.17g | 0.26g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.17g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 10.17g | 11.41g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 9.39g | 10.39g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.027mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Starch | 0g | 0.05g | 0% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.025mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.026mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.084mg | 0.091mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.041mg | 0.061mg | 0% |
| Folate | 3µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Choline | 2.2mg | 3.4mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.008g | 0.028g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.002g | 0.007g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.014g | 0.051g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.002mg | 0.001mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.006mg | 0.006mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.006mg | 0.006mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.01mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.01mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0.001mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.005mg | 0.006mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.008mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.003mg | 0.005mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 5.88g | 5.9g | 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
3%
4%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
4%
4%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Applesauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 1g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Applesauce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.02g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Applesauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is cheaper?
Applesauce is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apple contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Apple is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Apple is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)