Brown sugar vs. Pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Brown sugar and Pasta different?
- Brown sugar is richer in Calcium, while Pasta is higher in Vitamin B1, Folate, Vitamin B2, Phosphorus, Manganese, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, and Iron.
- Pasta covers your daily need of Vitamin B1 17% more than Brown sugar.
- Brown sugar contains 14 times more Calcium than Pasta. Brown sugar contains 83mg of Calcium, while Pasta contains 6mg.
Sugars, brown and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked types were used in this article.
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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 | +1283.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +454.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more IronIron | +60.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +97.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1766.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1475% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -78.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +250% |
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 | +20.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +801.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +38.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +6300% |
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:
5.15 g
Fats:
1.05 g
Carbs:
24.93 g
Water:
68.56 g
Other:
0.31 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +293.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +45.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +4191.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +5016.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 380kcal | 131kcal |
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| Protein | 0.12g | 5.15g |
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| Fats | 0g | 1.05g |
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| Net carbs | 98.09g | 24.93g |
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| Carbs | 98.09g | 24.93g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 33mg |
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| Magnesium | 9mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 83mg | 6mg |
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| Potassium | 133mg | 24mg |
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| Iron | 0.71mg | 1.14mg |
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| Sugar | 97.02g |
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| Copper | 0.047mg | 0.093mg |
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| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.56mg |
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| Phosphorus | 4mg | 63mg |
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| Sodium | 28mg | 6mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 20IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 6µg |
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| Manganese | 0.064mg | 0.224mg |
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| Selenium | 1.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.209mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.15mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg | 0.992mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 0.183mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.034mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.14µg |
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| Folate | 1µg | 64µg |
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| Choline | 2.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0.15g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0g | 0.124g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.429g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.065mg |
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| Threonine | 0.134mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.197mg |
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| Leucine | 0.348mg |
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| Lysine | 0.097mg |
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| Methionine | 0.079mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.247mg |
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| Valine | 0.217mg |
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| Histidine | 0.103mg |
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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%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 97.02g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pasta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brown sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.15g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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