Bean raw vs. Molasses — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between bean raw and molasses?
- Bean raw is richer in folate, fiber, vitamin B1, phosphorus, copper, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B2, yet molasses are richer in manganese and magnesium.
- Bean raw's daily need coverage for folate is 131% higher.
We used Beans, pinto, mature seeds, raw and Molasses types in this comparison.
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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 | +83.4% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +686.2% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1225.8% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -67.6% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +56.7% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +37.5% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +81.4% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +33.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1639% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +10500% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +26.2% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +397.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +41.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
Contains more FatsFats | +1130% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.5% |
Contains more WaterWater | +93% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +615.6% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +714% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1384.8% |
Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +9069.2% |
Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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 Saturated fat |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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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 | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Folate | 525µg | 0µg | 131% |
Fiber | 15.5g | 0g | 62% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.713mg | 0.041mg | 56% |
Phosphorus | 411mg | 31mg | 54% |
Copper | 0.893mg | 0.487mg | 45% |
Protein | 21.42g | 0g | 43% |
Selenium | 27.9µg | 17.8µg | 18% |
Zinc | 2.28mg | 0.29mg | 18% |
Manganese | 1.148mg | 1.53mg | 17% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.212mg | 0.002mg | 16% |
Fructose | 0g | 12.79g | 16% |
Magnesium | 176mg | 242mg | 16% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.474mg | 0.67mg | 15% |
Starch | 34.17g | 14% | |
Choline | 66.2mg | 13.3mg | 10% |
Calcium | 113mg | 205mg | 9% |
Vitamin C | 6.3mg | 0mg | 7% |
Vitamin K | 5.6µg | 0µg | 5% |
Iron | 5.07mg | 4.72mg | 4% |
Carbs | 62.55g | 74.73g | 4% |
Calories | 347kcal | 290kcal | 3% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.407g | 0.05g | 2% |
Fats | 1.23g | 0.1g | 2% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.174mg | 0.93mg | 2% |
Potassium | 1393mg | 1464mg | 2% |
Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0mg | 1% |
Sodium | 12mg | 37mg | 1% |
Saturated fat | 0.235g | 0.018g | 1% |
Net carbs | 47.05g | 74.73g | N/A |
Sugar | 2.11g | 74.72g | N/A |
Vitamin B5 | 0.785mg | 0.804mg | 0% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.229g | 0.032g | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.237mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.81mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.871mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 1.558mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 1.356mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.259mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 1.095mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.998mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.556mg | 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
67%

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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%

103%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Molasses is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.217g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Bean raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 72.61g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Bean raw contains less Sodium (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Bean raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?

Bean raw is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Bean raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.