Brown sugar vs. Agave nectar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between brown sugar and agave nectar?
- Brown sugar is richer in calcium and iron, yet agave nectar is richer in vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, folate, and vitamin E.
- Agave nectar's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 19% higher.
- Brown sugar has 83 times more calcium than agave nectar. Brown sugar has 83mg of calcium, while agave nectar has 1mg.
- Agave nectar has a lower glycemic index than brown sugar.
We used Sugars, brown and Sweetener, syrup, agave 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +800% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +8200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3225% |
| Contains more IronIron | +688.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +422.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +200% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +300% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1180% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +41.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +526.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +470.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2900% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +478.3% |
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:
0.09 g
Fats:
0.45 g
Carbs:
76.37 g
Water:
22.94 g
Other:
0.15 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +33.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +200% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1611.9% |
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 g
Glucose:
12.43 g
Fructose:
55.6 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +820.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +4909% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fructose | 1.11g | 55.6g | 68% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 17mg | 19% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 22.5µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.234mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.165mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.122mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 1mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 0.09mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.98mg | 7% |
| Folate | 1µg | 30µg | 7% |
| Carbs | 98.09g | 76.37g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg | 0.689mg | 4% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 310kcal | 4% |
| Copper | 0.047mg | 0.009mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 4mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.064mg | 0.005mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 1mg | 2% |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 13.3mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 1.7µg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.2g | 1% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.45g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 0.09g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 98.09g | 76.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 97.02g | 68.03g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 4mg | 1mg | 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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
2%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brown sugar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Agave nectar is lower in Sugar (difference - 28.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Agave nectar contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Agave nectar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 58)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Agave nectar 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 contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat (0 g)