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Caramello vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between caramello and sugar substitute

  • Caramello is richer in phosphorus, iron, and potassium, yet sugar substitute is richer in calcium.
  • Daily need coverage for calcium for sugar substitute is 67% higher.
  • Caramello contains 19 times more phosphorus than sugar substitute. Caramello contains 150mg of phosphorus, while sugar substitute contains 8mg.
  • Sugar substitute contains less sugar.

Food types used in this article are Candies, CARAMELLO Candy Bar and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 64% 30% 41% 0% 0% 64% 16% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 264% 3.4% 6% 2.3% 1.1% 3.4% 75% 2.9% 0%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +774.4%
Contains more IronIron +581.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1775%
Contains less SodiumSodium -78.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +312.7%
~equal in Selenium ~µg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 5.7% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 3.8% 3.5% 0% 4.8% 3.5% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
~equal in Vitamin A ~µg
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B3 ~mg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Folate ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
6% 21% 64% 7% 2%
Protein: 6.19 g
Fats: 21.19 g
Carbs: 63.81 g
Water: 6.79 g
Other: 2.02 g
2% 85% 9% 4%
Protein: 2.06 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 84.77 g
Water: 9.14 g
Other: 4.03 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +200.5%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +32.8%
Contains more WaterWater +34.6%
Contains more OtherOther +99.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Caramello Sugar substitute
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Caramello Sugar substitute DV% diff.
Calcium 213mg 879mg 67%
Saturated fat 12.72g 58%
Fats 21.19g 0g 33%
Sodium 122mg 572mg 20%
Phosphorus 150mg 8mg 20%
Monounsaturated fat 5.29g 13%
Iron 1.09mg 0.16mg 12%
Cholesterol 27mg 9%
Potassium 341mg 39mg 9%
Protein 6.19g 2.06g 8%
Carbs 63.81g 84.77g 7%
Calories 462kcal 347kcal 6%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.63g 4%
Vitamin B5 0.08mg 2%
Fiber 1.2g 0.6g 2%
Vitamin C 1.7mg 2%
Starch 3.52g 1%
Magnesium 6mg 1%
Manganese 0.022mg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.015mg 1%
Vitamin B2 0.015mg 1%
Vitamin B6 0.015mg 1%
Copper 0.007mg 1%
Net carbs 62.61g 84.17g N/A
Sugar 56.92g 4.03g N/A
Zinc 0.04mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Caramello Sugar substitute
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
0%
Caramello
1%
Sugar substitute
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
Caramello
36%
Sugar substitute

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 52.89g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.72g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sugar substitute
Sugar substitute is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramello
Caramello contains less Sodium (difference - 450mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramello
Caramello is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Caramello - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167975/nutrients
  2. Sugar substitute - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170675/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.