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Caramel vs. Lasagne — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between caramel and lasagne

  • Caramel has more vitamin B2 and vitamin B5, while lasagne has more selenium, vitamin B3, copper, manganese, vitamin A, iron, and fiber.
  • Lasagne's daily need coverage for selenium is 26% higher.
  • Lasagne contains 3 times less vitamin B2 than caramel. Caramel contains 0.256mg of vitamin B2, while lasagne contains 0.074mg.
  • The amount of sodium in caramel is lower.
  • Lasagne has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of lasagne is 28, while the glycemic index of caramel is 65.

The food types used in this comparison are Candies, caramels and Lasagna with meat sauce, frozen, prepared.

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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 14% 26% 17% 27% 30% 24% 49% 49% 25% 87%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +56.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -34.3%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +17.6%
Contains more IronIron +407.1%
Contains more CopperCopper +400%
Contains more ZincZinc +97.7%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +1654.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +783.3%
~equal in Potassium ~196mg
~equal in Phosphorus ~115mg

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 8.3% 14% 17% 0% 18% 17% 29% 19% 28% 41% 18% 18% 13%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +47.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +245.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +92%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +525%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +241.7%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +84.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +932.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +117.9%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +288.9%
Contains more FolateFolate +500%
Contains more CholineCholine +190%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0.33µg

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
7% 5% 15% 71%
Protein: 7.28 g
Fats: 4.92 g
Carbs: 15.36 g
Water: 70.87 g
Other: 1.57 g
Contains more FatsFats +64.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +401.3%
Contains more OtherOther +14.6%
Contains more ProteinProtein +58.3%
Contains more WaterWater +733.8%

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
52% 39% 10%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.348 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.758 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.433 g
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +703.2%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +14%
~equal in Saturated fat ~2.348g

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Caramel Lasagne DV% diff.
Selenium 1.8µg 15.9µg 26%
Carbs 77g 15.36g 21%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.478g 0.433g 20%
Vitamin B2 0.256mg 0.074mg 14%
Calories 382kcal 135kcal 12%
Vitamin B3 0.148mg 1.528mg 9%
Manganese 0.011mg 0.193mg 8%
Copper 0.018mg 0.09mg 8%
Iron 0.14mg 0.71mg 7%
Fiber 0g 1.7g 7%
Sodium 245mg 373mg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.62mg 0.323mg 6%
Protein 4.6g 7.28g 5%
Calcium 138mg 88mg 5%
Fats 8.1g 4.92g 5%
Folate 4µg 24µg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.056mg 0.122mg 5%
Zinc 0.44mg 0.87mg 4%
Starch 9.83g 4%
Vitamin K 1.8µg 7µg 4%
Choline 8mg 23.2mg 3%
Vitamin B1 0.103mg 0.07mg 3%
Cholesterol 7mg 17mg 3%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 0.85mg 3%
Vitamin A 12µg 41µg 3%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 2.5mg 2%
Monounsaturated fat 1.542g 1.758g 1%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0.33µg 1%
Magnesium 17mg 20mg 1%
Fructose 1.04g 1%
Potassium 214mg 196mg 1%
Saturated fat 2.476g 2.348g 1%
Net carbs 77g 13.66g N/A
Vitamin D 0IU 1IU 0%
Sugar 65.5g 3.11g N/A
Phosphorus 114mg 115mg 0%
Trans fat 0.196g N/A
Tryptophan 0.06mg 0.085mg 0%
Threonine 0.192mg 0.219mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.258mg 0.224mg 0%
Leucine 0.417mg 0.578mg 0%
Lysine 0.338mg 0.486mg 0%
Methionine 0.107mg 0.164mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.205mg 0.329mg 0%
Valine 0.285mg 0.285mg 0%
Histidine 0.115mg 0.183mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.001g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.026g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.003g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.322g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Caramel Lasagne
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
18%
Lasagne
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
Caramel
35%
Lasagne

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lasagne
Lasagne is lower in Sugar (difference - 62.39g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lasagne
Lasagne is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.128g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lasagne
Lasagne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 37)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lasagne
Lasagne is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lasagne
Lasagne is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel
Caramel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel
Caramel contains less Sodium (difference - 128mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Caramel
Caramel is cheaper (difference - $1.5)

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. Lasagne - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172114/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.