Caramel vs. Flax seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between caramel and flax seeds
- Caramel contains less copper, vitamin B1, fiber, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B6 than flax seeds.
- Daily need coverage for copper for flax seeds is 134% higher.
Food types used in this article are Candies, caramels and Seeds, flaxseed.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +2205.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +84.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +279.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3992.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +6677.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +886.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +463.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22463.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1311.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +48.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +59% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1496.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1981.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +744.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +138.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2075% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +883.8% |
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:
18.29 g
Fats:
42.16 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
6.96 g
Other:
3.71 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +166.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +297.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +420.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +106.1% |
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
3.663 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.527 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
28.73 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -32.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +388.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +726% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 28.73g | 168% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 1.22mg | 134% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 1.644mg | 128% |
| Fiber | 0g | 27.3g | 109% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 2.482mg | 107% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 392mg | 89% |
| Phosphorus | 114mg | 642mg | 75% |
| Iron | 0.14mg | 5.73mg | 70% |
| Fats | 8.1g | 42.16g | 52% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 25.4µg | 43% |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 4.34mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.473mg | 32% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 18.29g | 27% |
| Folate | 4µg | 87µg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 3.08mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 214mg | 813mg | 18% |
| Carbs | 77g | 28.88g | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.542g | 7.527g | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Choline | 8mg | 78.7mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 255mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 30mg | 9% |
| Calories | 382kcal | 534kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 0.161mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.985mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.476g | 3.663g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 4.3µg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.31mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0.6mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 77g | 1.58g | N/A |
| Sugar | 65.5g | 1.55g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0.766mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0.896mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 1.235mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0.862mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0.37mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0.957mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 1.072mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A |
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%
62%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
191%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Flax seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Flax seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 63.95g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flax seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 215mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.187g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is cheaper?
Caramel is cheaper (difference - $1.5)