Corn syrup vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Corn syrup and Brown sugar
- Corn syrup has less Calcium than Brown sugar.
- Corn syrup has 6 times more Choline than Brown sugar. While Corn syrup has 13.3mg of Choline, Brown sugar has only 2.3mg.
- Brown sugar has less Sodium.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Syrups, corn, dark and Sugars, 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 CopperCopper | +12.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +175% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +56.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +141.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +361.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +202.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +91.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.9% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +478.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +473.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +355.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1542.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.5% |
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Fats
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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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated Fat | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 286kcal | 380kcal |
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| Protein | 0g | 0.12g |
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| Net carbs | 77.59g | 98.09g |
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| Carbs | 77.59g | 98.09g |
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| Magnesium | 8mg | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 83mg |
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| Potassium | 44mg | 133mg |
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| Iron | 0.37mg | 0.71mg |
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| Sugar | 77.59g | 97.02g |
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| Copper | 0.053mg | 0.047mg |
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| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.03mg |
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| Phosphorus | 11mg | 4mg |
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| Sodium | 155mg | 28mg |
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| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.064mg |
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| Selenium | 2.9µg | 1.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.011mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.009mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.02mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.023mg | 0.132mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg | 0.041mg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 1µg |
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| Choline | 13.3mg | 2.3mg |
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| Fructose | 1.11g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Fats diet | Equal | |
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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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11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn syrup is lower in Sugar (difference - 19.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brown sugar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Saturated Fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated Fat (0 g)
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.
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.