Caramel vs. Maple syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Caramel and Maple syrup?
- Caramel is higher in Phosphorus, Vitamin B12, and Vitamin B5, yet Maple syrup is higher in Manganese, Vitamin B2, and Zinc.
- Maple syrup's daily need coverage for Manganese is 126% more.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Maple syrup is lower.
We used Candies, caramels and Syrups, maple types 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 CalciumCalcium | +35.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +27.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5600% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +234.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +26336.4% |
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 | +56.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +82.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1622.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +396.1% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
0.04 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
67.04 g
Water:
32.39 g
Other:
0.47 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11400% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13400% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +14.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +283% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +281.1% |
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
0.007 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.017 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +13918.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +20358.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.7% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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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 | 260kcal |
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| Protein | 4.6g | 0.04g |
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| Fats | 8.1g | 0.06g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 77g | 67.04g |
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| Carbs | 77g | 67.04g |
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| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 17mg | 21mg |
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| Calcium | 138mg | 102mg |
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| Potassium | 214mg | 212mg |
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| Iron | 0.14mg | 0.11mg |
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| Sugar | 65.5g | 60.46g |
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| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.018mg | |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 1.47mg |
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| Phosphorus | 114mg | 2mg |
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| Sodium | 245mg | 12mg |
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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 | 2.908mg |
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| Selenium | 1.8µg | 0.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 0.066mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 1.27mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 0.081mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.036mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.002mg |
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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 | 1.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.476g | 0.007g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.542g | 0.011g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 0.017g |
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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 | 0.52g |
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Which food is preferable for your 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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
50%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Maple syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Maple syrup is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.04g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 233mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Maple syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.469g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Maple syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Caramel is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel is relatively richer in vitamins