Baking powder vs. Water — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between baking powder and water
- Water contains less calcium, phosphorus, iron, and magnesium than baking powder.
- Baking powder's daily need coverage for calcium is 587% higher.
- The amount of sodium in water is lower.
- Water has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of water is 0, while the glycemic index of baking powder is 92.
The food types used in this comparison are Leavening agents, baking powder, double-acting, sodium aluminum sulfate and Beverages, water, tap, well.
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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 | +2600% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +195766.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +60% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
27.7 g
Water:
5 g
Other:
67.3 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
99.9 g
Other:
0.1 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +67200% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1898% |
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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 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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 5876mg | 3mg | 587% |
| Sodium | 10600mg | 5mg | 461% |
| Phosphorus | 2191mg | 0mg | 313% |
| Iron | 11.02mg | 0mg | 138% |
| Carbs | 27.7g | 0g | 9% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 1mg | 6% |
| Calories | 53kcal | 0kcal | 3% |
| Potassium | 20mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 0g | 1% |
| Copper | 0.01mg | 0.016mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 27.5g | 0g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 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
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Water is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Water is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Water contains less Sodium (difference - 10595mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Water is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Water is lower in glycemic index (difference - 92)
Which food is cheaper?
Water is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Baking powder is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Baking powder is relatively richer in vitamins