Brown sugar vs. Lima beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between brown sugar and lima beans?
- Brown sugar has less fiber, iron, copper, folate, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B1, potassium, vitamin B6, and zinc than lima beans.
- Lima beans' daily need coverage for fiber is 28% higher.
- Lima beans have a lower glycemic index than brown sugar.
We used Sugars, brown and Lima beans, large, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt types in this comparison.
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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 | +388.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +377.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +282% |
| Contains more IronIron | +236.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +400% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3066.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2675% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +706.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +275% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +282.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +219.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +292.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +8200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1313% |
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:
7.8 g
Fats:
0.38 g
Carbs:
20.88 g
Water:
69.79 g
Other:
1.15 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +369.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +6400% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +5108.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +155.6% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 0g | 7g | 28% |
| Carbs | 98.09g | 20.88g | 26% |
| Copper | 0.047mg | 0.235mg | 21% |
| Folate | 1µg | 83µg | 21% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 2.39mg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.064mg | 0.516mg | 20% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 7.8g | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 4mg | 111mg | 15% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 115kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.161mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 508mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.161mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.95mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 43mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 17mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 0.422mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 4.5µg | 6% |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 32.5mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.055mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg | 0.421mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.18mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.38g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.171g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Sodium | 28mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 98.09g | 13.88g | N/A |
| Sugar | 97.02g | 2.9g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.089g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.034g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.337mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.411mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.673mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.099mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.449mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.469mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.238mg | 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%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lima beans is lower in Sugar (difference - 94.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lima beans contains less Sodium (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lima beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lima beans is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lima beans is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.089g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)