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Caramel vs. Chinese broccoli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between caramel and chinese broccoli

  • Caramel has more vitamin B12 and phosphorus; however, chinese broccoli is higher in vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, manganese, and fiber.
  • Chinese broccoli covers your daily need for vitamin K, 69% more than caramel.
  • Chinese broccoli has less sodium.
  • The glycemic index of caramel is higher.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Candies, caramels and Broccoli, chinese, cooked.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 12% 41% 19% 5.3% 6% 12% 49% 32% 1.4% 9.8%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 13% 30% 23% 21% 20% 11% 18% 0.91% 34% 7.1%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +38%
Contains more ZincZinc +12.8%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +178%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +38.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +22%
Contains more IronIron +300%
Contains more CopperCopper +238.9%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.1%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +2300%
~equal in Magnesium ~18mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 1.3% 4% 9.2% 0% 26% 59% 2.8% 37% 13% 38% 4.5% 3% 4.4%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 94% 27% 9.6% 0% 24% 34% 8.2% 9.5% 16% 0% 212% 74% 14%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +75.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +289.9%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +6950%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +583.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +195.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +25%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +4611.1%
Contains more FolateFolate +2375%
Contains more CholineCholine +216.3%
~equal in Vitamin E ~0.48mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B1 ~0.095mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
5% 8% 77% 9% 2%
Protein: 4.6 g
Fats: 8.1 g
Carbs: 77 g
Water: 8.5 g
Other: 1.8 g
4% 94%
Protein: 1.14 g
Fats: 0.72 g
Carbs: 3.81 g
Water: 93.54 g
Other: 0.79 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +303.5%
Contains more FatsFats +1025%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1921%
Contains more OtherOther +127.8%
Contains more WaterWater +1000.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
33% 21% 46%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.478 g
22% 10% 67%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.11 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.05 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.33 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +2984%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +953.9%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -95.6%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Caramel Chinese broccoli
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Caramel Chinese broccoli DV% diff.
Vitamin K 1.8µg 84.8µg 69%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 28.2mg 31%
Folate 4µg 99µg 24%
Carbs 77g 3.81g 24%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.478g 0.33g 21%
Calories 382kcal 22kcal 18%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0µg 13%
Fats 8.1g 0.72g 11%
Manganese 0.011mg 0.264mg 11%
Saturated fat 2.476g 0.11g 11%
Sodium 245mg 7mg 10%
Phosphorus 114mg 41mg 10%
Fiber 0g 2.5g 10%
Vitamin B5 0.62mg 0.159mg 9%
Vitamin A 12µg 82µg 8%
Vitamin B2 0.256mg 0.146mg 8%
Protein 4.6g 1.14g 7%
Copper 0.018mg 0.061mg 5%
Iron 0.14mg 0.56mg 5%
Calcium 138mg 100mg 4%
Monounsaturated fat 1.542g 0.05g 4%
Choline 8mg 25.3mg 3%
Cholesterol 7mg 0mg 2%
Vitamin B3 0.148mg 0.437mg 2%
Vitamin B1 0.103mg 0.095mg 1%
Vitamin B6 0.056mg 0.07mg 1%
Selenium 1.8µg 1.3µg 1%
Potassium 214mg 261mg 1%
Net carbs 77g 1.31g N/A
Magnesium 17mg 18mg 0%
Sugar 65.5g 0.84g N/A
Zinc 0.44mg 0.39mg 0%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 0.48mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.06mg 0%
Threonine 0.192mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.258mg 0%
Leucine 0.417mg 0%
Lysine 0.338mg 0%
Methionine 0.107mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.205mg 0%
Valine 0.285mg 0%
Histidine 0.115mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Caramel Chinese broccoli
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
16%
Caramel
40%
Chinese broccoli
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
Caramel
18%
Chinese broccoli

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is lower in Sugar (difference - 64.66g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 238mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.366g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese broccoli
Chinese broccoli is relatively richer in vitamins
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Caramel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167974/nutrients
  2. Chinese broccoli - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169392/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.