Brown sugar vs. Skittles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Brown sugar and Skittles?
- Brown sugar is higher in Iron, and Calcium, yet Skittles are higher in Vitamin C.
- Skittles' daily need coverage for Vitamin C is 75% more.
- The amount of Sugar in Skittles are lower.
We used Sugars, brown and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, SKITTLES Wild Berry Bite Size Candies types 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -46.4% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
~equal in
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:
0.19 g
Fats:
4.25 g
Carbs:
90.76 g
Water:
3.83 g
Other:
0.97 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +58.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +185.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +115.6% |
~equal in
Carbs
~90.76g
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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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 380kcal | 402kcal |
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| Protein | 0.12g | 0.19g |
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| Fats | 0g | 4.25g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 67.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 98.09g | 90.76g |
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| Carbs | 98.09g | 90.76g |
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| Magnesium | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 83mg | 0mg |
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| Potassium | 133mg |
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| Iron | 0.71mg | 0mg |
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| Sugar | 97.02g | 75.92g |
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| Copper | 0.047mg |
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| Zinc | 0.03mg |
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| Phosphorus | 4mg |
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| Sodium | 28mg | 15mg |
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| Manganese | 0.064mg |
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| Selenium | 1.2µg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg |
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| Folate | 1µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.074g |
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| Choline | 2.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0g | 4.115g |
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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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
0%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skittles is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.1g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skittles contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Skittles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.115g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brown sugar is relatively richer in minerals
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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)