Brown sugar vs. Icing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Brown sugar and Icing
- Brown sugar has more Calcium, Iron, and Copper, however, Icing has more Vitamin B2, Vitamin K, and Vitamin E.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B2 from Icing is 23% higher.
- Brown sugar is lower in Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Sugars, brown and Frostings, vanilla, creamy, ready-to-eat.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +800% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2666.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +291.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +343.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1100% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +350% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +700% |
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Vitamin D
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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:
0 g
Fats:
16.23 g
Carbs:
67.89 g
Water:
15.07 g
Other:
0.81 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +44.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1024.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +80% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 380kcal | 418kcal |
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| Protein | 0.12g | 0g |
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| Fats | 0g | 16.23g |
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| Net carbs | 98.09g | 67.89g |
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| Carbs | 98.09g | 67.89g |
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| Magnesium | 9mg | 1mg |
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| Calcium | 83mg | 3mg |
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| Potassium | 133mg | 34mg |
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| Iron | 0.71mg | 0.16mg |
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| Sugar | 97.02g | 63.1g |
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| Copper | 0.047mg | 0mg |
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| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.07mg |
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| Phosphorus | 4mg | 18mg |
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| Sodium | 28mg | 184mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0mg | 1.53mg |
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| Manganese | 0.064mg | 0mg |
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| Selenium | 1.2µg | 0.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.01mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.302mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg | 0.22mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 0.055mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 13µg |
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| Folate | 1µg | 8µg |
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| Choline | 2.3mg | 2.3mg | |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 2.974g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0g | 4.86g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 7.951g |
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| Fructose | 1.11g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| 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
2%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
4%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Icing is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.92g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Icing is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Icing is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 156mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.974g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brown sugar is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)