Brown sugar vs. Soy sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between brown sugar and soy sauce?
- Soy sauce is richer than brown sugar in manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, iron, potassium, vitamin B6, and zinc.
- Soy sauce's daily need coverage for sodium is 238% more.
- The amount of sodium in brown sugar is lower.
- The glycemic index of soy sauce is lower.
We used Sugars, brown and Soy sauce made from soy and wheat (shoyu) 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 CalciumCalcium | +151.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +140% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +722.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +227.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +104.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2800% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +4050% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1490.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1896.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +261% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +695.7% |
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:
8.14 g
Fats:
0.57 g
Carbs:
4.93 g
Water:
71.15 g
Other:
15.21 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1889.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +6683.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +5209.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +3280% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
94.56 g
Glucose:
1.35 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0.3 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +94460% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +350% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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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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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 28mg | 5493mg | 238% |
| Manganese | 0.064mg | 1.018mg | 41% |
| Carbs | 98.09g | 4.93g | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 4mg | 166mg | 23% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 53kcal | 16% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 8.14g | 16% |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 74mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg | 2.196mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.165mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 1.45mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 435mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.87mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.148mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 33mg | 5% |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 18.3mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 0.297mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.033mg | 3% |
| Folate | 1µg | 14µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.263g | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 0g | 1% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.57g | 1% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 0.5µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 98.09g | 4.13g | N/A |
| Sugar | 97.02g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.047mg | 0.043mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.073g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.088g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.271mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.318mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.537mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.381mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.353mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.332mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.174mg | 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%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
112%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Soy sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 96.62g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Soy sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Soy sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Soy sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 5465mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.073g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $3.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)