Beer vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between beer and brown sugar?
- Brown sugar is richer than beer in iron and calcium.
- Beer has 4 times more choline than brown sugar. While beer has 10.1mg of choline, brown sugar has only 2.3mg.
- The glycemic index of brown sugar is lower.
We used Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all 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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +250% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1975% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +392.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3450% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +840% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +200% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +700% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +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.
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +366.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +12.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +500% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +339.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +222% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.46 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
3.55 g
Water:
91.96 g
Other:
4.03 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +283.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +6762.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +795.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2663.1% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 3.55g | 98.09g | 32% |
| Calories | 43kcal | 380kcal | 17% |
| Iron | 0.02mg | 0.71mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 83mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.005mg | 0.047mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 133mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.513mg | 0.11mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.064mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.041mg | 0.132mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Choline | 10.1mg | 2.3mg | 1% |
| Folate | 6µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 28mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1.2µg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.46g | 0.12g | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0g | 1.11g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.55g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Fats diet | Equal | |
| Low Carbs 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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2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brown sugar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brown sugar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beer is lower in Sugar (difference - 97.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beer contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beer 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 contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat (0 g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)