Caramel vs. Molasses — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Caramel and Molasses different?
- Caramel is richer in Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B12, while Molasses are higher in Manganese, Iron, Magnesium, Copper, Vitamin B6, Potassium, and Selenium.
- Molasses covers your daily need of Manganese 66% more than Caramel.
- Molasses are lower in Saturated Fat.
Candies, caramels and Molasses types were used in this article.
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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 ZincZinc | +51.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +267.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1323.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +48.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +584.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3271.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2605.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13809.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +888.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +151.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +528.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1096.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +66.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8000% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +157.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +83.3% |
~equal in
Carbs
~74.73g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +4718.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6856% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.3% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 382kcal | 290kcal |
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| Protein | 4.6g | 0g |
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| Fats | 8.1g | 0.1g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 77g | 74.73g |
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| Carbs | 77g | 74.73g |
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| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 17mg | 242mg |
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| Calcium | 138mg | 205mg |
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| Potassium | 214mg | 1464mg |
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| Iron | 0.14mg | 4.72mg |
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| Sugar | 65.5g | 74.72g |
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| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.487mg |
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| Zinc | 0.44mg | 0.29mg |
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| Phosphorus | 114mg | 31mg |
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| Sodium | 245mg | 37mg |
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| Vitamin A | 42IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 12µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0mg |
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| Manganese | 0.011mg | 1.53mg |
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| Selenium | 1.8µg | 17.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 0.041mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 0.002mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 0.93mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.804mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.67mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 4µg | 0µg |
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| Choline | 8mg | 13.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.476g | 0.018g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.542g | 0.032g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 0.05g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.06mg |
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| Threonine | 0.192mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.258mg |
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| Leucine | 0.417mg |
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| Lysine | 0.338mg |
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| Methionine | 0.107mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg |
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| Valine | 0.285mg |
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| Histidine | 0.115mg |
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| Fructose | 12.79g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
15%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
103%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Molasses is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Molasses contains less Sodium (difference - 208mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.458g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Molasses is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Caramel is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.22g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is cheaper?
Caramel is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel is relatively richer in vitamins