Cane syrup vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between cane syrup and brown sugar
- Cane syrup has more iron and vitamin B1; however, brown sugar has more calcium.
- Daily need coverage for iron for cane syrup is 36% higher.
- Cane syrup is lower in sugar.
Food types used in this article are Syrup, Cane and Sugars, brown.
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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 IronIron | +407% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +533.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +538.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +111.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +135% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -51.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +71.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
73.14 g
Water:
26 g
Other:
0.86 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1840.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +91.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +34.1% |
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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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 3.6mg | 0.71mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.13mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 73.14g | 98.09g | 8% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 83mg | 7% |
| Calories | 269kcal | 380kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.064mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.041mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.02mg | 0.047mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 63mg | 133mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1.2µg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 8mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 58mg | 28mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.19mg | 0.03mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Protein | 0g | 0.12g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 73.14g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 73.2g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Folate | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cane syrup is lower in Sugar (difference - 23.82g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cane syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 71)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 30mg)
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)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.