Black tea vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are black tea and brown sugar different?
- Black tea is higher in manganese; however, brown sugar is richer in iron and calcium.
- Black tea contains 3 times more manganese than brown sugar. While black tea contains 0.219mg of manganese, brown sugar contains only 0.064mg.
- Black tea has a lower glycemic index (0) than brown sugar (71).
Beverages, tea, black, brewed, prepared with tap water and Sugars, brown are the varieties used 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 less SodiumSodium | -89.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +242.2% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +200% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +259.5% |
Contains more IronIron | +3450% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +370% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +50% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +300% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1100% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +475% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0.3 g
Water:
99.7 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
Contains more WaterWater | +7340.3% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +32596.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
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Fats
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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 price |
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Rich in minerals |
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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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Carbs | 0.3g | 98.09g | 33% |
Calories | 1kcal | 380kcal | 19% |
Iron | 0.02mg | 0.71mg | 9% |
Calcium | 0mg | 83mg | 8% |
Manganese | 0.219mg | 0.064mg | 7% |
Caffeine | 20mg | 0mg | 5% |
Copper | 0.01mg | 0.047mg | 4% |
Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.041mg | 3% |
Potassium | 37mg | 133mg | 3% |
Selenium | 0µg | 1.2µg | 2% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.011mg | 0.132mg | 2% |
Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
Folate | 5µg | 1µg | 1% |
Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
Magnesium | 3mg | 9mg | 1% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.014mg | 0mg | 1% |
Sodium | 3mg | 28mg | 1% |
Protein | 0g | 0.12g | 0% |
Net carbs | 0.3g | 98.09g | N/A |
Sugar | 0g | 97.02g | N/A |
Zinc | 0.02mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
Phosphorus | 1mg | 4mg | 0% |
Choline | 0.4mg | 2.3mg | 0% |
Saturated fat | 0.002g | 0g | 0% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.001g | 0g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.004g | 0g | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?


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Low Calories diet |
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Low Fats diet | Equal | |
Low Carbs diet |
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Low Glycemic Index 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
4%

11%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.002g)
Which food is cheaper?

Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Brown sugar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Black tea is lower in Sugar (difference - 97.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

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

Black tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 71)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.