Brown sugar vs. Longan — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between brown sugar and longan?
- Brown sugar is richer in calcium and iron, yet longan is richer in vitamin C, copper, and vitamin B2.
- Longan's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 93% higher.
- Brown sugar has 83 times more calcium than longan. Brown sugar has 83mg of calcium, while longan has 1mg.
- Longan has a lower glycemic index than brown sugar.
We used Sugars, brown and Longans, raw 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 | +8200% |
| Contains more IronIron | +446.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +23.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +11.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +259.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +66.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +425% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +172.7% |
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:
1.31 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
15.14 g
Water:
82.75 g
Other:
0.7 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +547.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +991.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +6075.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.6% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 84mg | 93% |
| Carbs | 98.09g | 15.14g | 28% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 60kcal | 16% |
| Copper | 0.047mg | 0.169mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.14mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 1mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 0.13mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 266mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.1g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.031mg | 3% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 1.31g | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 4mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.064mg | 0.052mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 98.09g | 14.04g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 10mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 97.02g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Folate | 1µg | 0% | |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.034mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.046mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.013mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.012mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Longan is lower in Sugar (difference - 97.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Longan contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Longan is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Longan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brown sugar is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.