Caramel vs. Jerusalem artichoke — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between caramel and jerusalem artichoke
- Caramel has more vitamin B2, vitamin B12, and calcium; however, jerusalem artichoke is richer in iron, copper, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and fiber.
- Jerusalem artichoke covers your daily iron needs 41% more than caramel.
- Jerusalem artichoke contains less saturated fat.
- Caramel has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of caramel is 65, while the glycemic index of jerusalem artichoke is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Candies, caramels and Jerusalem-artichokes, raw.
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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 | +885.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +266.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +157.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +100.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2328.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +677.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +445.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +142.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +326.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +56.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1700% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +94.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +778.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +37.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +225% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +275% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
2 g
Fats:
0.01 g
Carbs:
17.44 g
Water:
78.01 g
Other:
2.54 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +130% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +80900% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +341.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +817.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +41.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.478 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.001 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +38450% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +347700% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -100% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.14mg | 3.4mg | 41% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 0.001g | 23% |
| Carbs | 77g | 17.44g | 20% |
| Calories | 382kcal | 73kcal | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 0.06mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.14mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Fats | 8.1g | 0.01g | 12% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 14mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.476g | 0g | 11% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 4mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 1.3mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.6g | 6% |
| Potassium | 214mg | 429mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 114mg | 78mg | 5% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 2g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 4mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.542g | 0.004g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.397mg | 4% |
| Choline | 8mg | 30mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 0.12mg | 3% |
| Folate | 4µg | 13µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.19mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 0.7µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.077mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 77g | 15.84g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 65.5g | 9.6g | N/A |
| 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% |
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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%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in Sugar (difference - 55.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jerusalem artichoke contains less Sodium (difference - 241mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.476g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
Jerusalem artichoke is cheaper (difference - $1.1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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