Macaroon vs. Dates — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between macaroon and dates?
- Macaroon is richer in copper and selenium, while dates are higher in potassium, fiber, vitamin B3, and vitamin B6.
- Macaroon's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 100% higher.
- Dates have 121 times less sodium than macaroon. Macaroon has 241mg of sodium, while dates have 2mg.
- Dates are lower in saturated fat.
We used Cookies, coconut macaroon and Dates, deglet noor types in this comparison.
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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 CopperCopper | +30.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +151.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +126.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +48.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +680% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +433.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +280% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +44.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +160% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +479.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +71.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +145.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +533.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5682.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +78.5% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4372.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4163.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 20.099g | 0.032g | 91% |
| Fats | 22.55g | 0.39g | 34% |
| Fructose | 19.56g | 24% | |
| Potassium | 123mg | 656mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.589mg | 12% | |
| Fiber | 5.1g | 8g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.262mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 241mg | 2mg | 10% |
| Calories | 460kcal | 282kcal | 9% |
| Copper | 0.269mg | 0.206mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 6.8µg | 3µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.22mg | 1.274mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.096mg | 0.165mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.81g | 0.019g | 5% |
| Carbs | 61.22g | 75.03g | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.73mg | 0.29mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.61g | 0.036g | 4% |
| Folate | 3µg | 19µg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.82mg | 1.02mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 39mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 43mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.052mg | 3% |
| Choline | 9.1mg | 6.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 2.7µg | 1% |
| Protein | 3.02g | 2.45g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 68mg | 62mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 56.12g | 67.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 45.16g | 63.35g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.043mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.032mg | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Macaroon is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.19g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Macaroon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dates contains less Sodium (difference - 239mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Dates is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 20.067g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dates is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.