Cassava vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between cassava and sugar substitute
- Cassava has more manganese, copper, potassium, vitamin B1, and vitamin B6; however, sugar substitute is higher in calcium.
- Sugar substitute covers your daily need for calcium, 86% more than cassava.
- Cassava has 17 times more manganese than sugar substitute. While cassava has 0.384mg of manganese, sugar substitute has only 0.022mg.
- Cassava has less sugar.
- The glycemic index of cassava is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cassava, raw 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +250% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +594.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +68.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1328.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +750% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +237.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1645.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +5393.8% |
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 | +480% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +220% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +486.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.36 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
38.06 g
Water:
59.68 g
Other:
0.62 g
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +553% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +51.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +122.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +550% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 16mg | 879mg | 86% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 572mg | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 20.6mg | 23% | |
| Manganese | 0.384mg | 0.022mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 38.06g | 84.77g | 16% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.007mg | 10% |
| Calories | 160kcal | 347kcal | 9% |
| Potassium | 271mg | 39mg | 7% |
| Folate | 27µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.087mg | 0.015mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.088mg | 0.015mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0.6g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.854mg | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 6mg | 4% |
| Choline | 23.7mg | 4% | |
| Zinc | 0.34mg | 0.04mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 27mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.048mg | 0.015mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.107mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Protein | 1.36g | 2.06g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.27mg | 0.16mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.28g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 36.26g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.7g | 4.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.074g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.075g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.019mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.039mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.035mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.02mg | 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
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1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.074g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cassava is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.33g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cassava contains less Sodium (difference - 558mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cassava is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cassava is relatively richer in vitamins