Caramel vs. Peppermint — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are caramel and peppermint different?
- Caramel is richer in vitamin B12, while peppermint is higher in vitamin A, iron, manganese, vitamin C, copper, fiber, folate, and magnesium.
- Peppermint covers your daily need for vitamin A, 84% more than caramel.
- Peppermint is lower in saturated fat.
Candies, caramels and Peppermint, fresh 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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +56.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +370.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +76.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +165.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3528.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1727.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +152.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +10590.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +83.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +7850% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1666.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1052.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +130.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2750% |
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:
3.75 g
Fats:
0.94 g
Carbs:
14.89 g
Water:
78.65 g
Other:
1.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +761.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +417.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +825.3% |
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Other
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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
0.246 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.033 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4572.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +584.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.14mg | 5.08mg | 62% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 1.176mg | 51% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.329mg | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 31.8mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 0g | 8g | 32% |
| Folate | 4µg | 114µg | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 212µg | 22% |
| Carbs | 77g | 14.89g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 0.508g | 20% |
| Calories | 382kcal | 70kcal | 16% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 80mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 243mg | 11% |
| Fats | 8.1g | 0.94g | 11% |
| Potassium | 214mg | 569mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.476g | 0.246g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 1.706mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 31mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 1.11mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 114mg | 73mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.338mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.129mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.542g | 0.033g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 3% | |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 0.082mg | 2% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 3.75g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 0.266mg | 1% |
| Choline | 8mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 77g | 6.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 65.5g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0.058mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0.161mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0.053mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0.191mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 0.075mg | 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
16%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
70%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peppermint is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peppermint is lower in Sugar (difference - 65.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peppermint contains less Sodium (difference - 214mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peppermint is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.23g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Peppermint is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is cheaper?
Caramel is cheaper (difference - $1.7)
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.