Brown sugar vs. Biscuit — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between brown sugar and biscuits
- The amount of selenium, vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B3, calcium, and folate in biscuits is higher than in brown sugar.
- Biscuits cover your daily selenium needs 33% more than brown sugar.
- Brown sugar contains less sodium.
- Brown sugar has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of brown sugar is 71, while the glycemic index of biscuits is 44.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Sugars, brown and Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe.
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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 | -95.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +183.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +308.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +74.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1700% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +4000% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +490.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1525% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +17.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2580.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +115.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +6000% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +119.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +5733.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2056.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +611.1% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 1.2µg | 19.5µg | 33% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.356mg | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 4.163g | 28% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 2.9mg | 27% |
| Fats | 0g | 16.3g | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.31mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 580mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 4mg | 164mg | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 4.324g | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg | 2.949mg | 18% |
| Carbs | 98.09g | 44.6g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 6.93g | 17% |
| Folate | 1µg | 61µg | 15% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 235mg | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.064mg | 0.378mg | 14% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 7g | 14% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.5g | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.54mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.047mg | 0.082mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 0.285mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.08µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 353kcal | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 98.09g | 43.1g | N/A |
| Potassium | 133mg | 121mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 97.02g | 2.18g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 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
2%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brown sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 552mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.324g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 94.84g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Biscuit is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.