Brown sugar vs. Hash browns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between brown sugar and hash browns
- The amount of vitamin E, phosphorus, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, fiber, vitamin K, and potassium in hash browns is higher than in brown sugar.
- Hash browns cover your daily sodium needs 23% 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 hash browns is 56.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Sugars, brown and Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +336.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +18.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +133.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +166.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +112.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2350% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +146.9% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1570.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +187.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +353.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +673.9% |
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:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +239.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2050% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3576.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +395.6% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
94.56 g
Glucose:
1.35 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
25.74 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.31 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +335.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +362.5% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 5.665g | 38% |
| Fats | 0g | 17.04g | 26% |
| Carbs | 98.09g | 28.88g | 23% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 566mg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 7.827g | 20% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 2.62mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 4mg | 98mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 2.54g | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.137mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.186mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg | 1.838mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.7g | 11% |
| Starch | 25.74g | 11% | |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 9.9µg | 8% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 355mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.047mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 19mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.4mg | 6% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 2.58g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 0.38mg | 5% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 272kcal | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.064mg | 0.158mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.038mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.36mg | 3% |
| Folate | 1µg | 12µg | 3% |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 17.8mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 21mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 0.24g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 98.09g | 26.18g | N/A |
| Sugar | 97.02g | 0.56g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.056g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.441g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.131g | N/A |
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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 Sugar?
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 96.46g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hash browns is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hash browns is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hash browns is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 538mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.54g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)