Caramel vs. Tomato paste — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between caramel and tomato paste
- Caramel has more vitamin B12; however, tomato paste is richer in copper, iron, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B3, fiber, and manganese.
- Tomato paste covers your daily copper needs 39% more than caramel.
- Caramel has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of caramel is 65, while the glycemic index of tomato paste is 45.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Candies, caramels and Tomato products, canned, paste, without salt added.
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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 | +283.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +37.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +147.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +373.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2028.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1927.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +43.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2645.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +194.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +71.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +67.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +336.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +5375% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +533.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +834.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1978.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +285.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +533.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +381.3% |
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:
4.32 g
Fats:
0.47 g
Carbs:
18.91 g
Water:
73.5 g
Other:
2.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1623.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +307.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +764.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.6% |
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Protein
~4.32g
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
0.1 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.067 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.16 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2201.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2073.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96% |
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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| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.365mg | 39% |
| Iron | 0.14mg | 2.98mg | 36% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 4.3mg | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 21.9mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 214mg | 1014mg | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 0.16g | 22% |
| Carbs | 77g | 18.91g | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 3.076mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.1g | 16% |
| Calories | 382kcal | 82kcal | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.302mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Fats | 8.1g | 0.47g | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.216mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.476g | 0.1g | 11% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 36mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.142mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 11.4µg | 8% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 59mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 0.153mg | 8% |
| Fructose | 5.85g | 7% | |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 76µg | 7% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 5.3µg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 42mg | 6% |
| Choline | 8mg | 38.5mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.542g | 0.067g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 0.06mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 114mg | 83mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 0.63mg | 2% |
| Folate | 4µg | 12µg | 2% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 4.32g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 77g | 14.81g | N/A |
| Sugar | 65.5g | 12.18g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.22g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0.133mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 0.124mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0.088mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 0.071mg | 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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tomato paste is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tomato paste is lower in Sugar (difference - 53.32g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tomato paste contains less Sodium (difference - 186mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tomato paste is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.376g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tomato paste is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is cheaper?
Tomato paste is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tomato paste is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tomato paste is relatively richer in vitamins