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Eggnog vs. Macaroon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between eggnog and macaroon?

  • Eggnog is richer in vitamin B12, calcium, vitamin B2, vitamin D, and choline, while macaroon is higher in copper and fiber.
  • Macaroon's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 88% higher.
  • Eggnog has a higher glycemic index (55) than macaroon (32).

We used Eggnog and Cookies, coconut macaroon 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.
Eggnog
5
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 39% 15% 7.5% 4.3% 13% 47% 7% 0.65% 23%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 1.5% 11% 31% 90% 20% 29% 31% 0% 37%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2500%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +34.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +60.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -77.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +52.6%
Contains more IronIron +310%
Contains more CopperCopper +1969.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +58.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +61.9%

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.
Eggnog
8
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% 20% 4.2% 18% 8.5% 44% 2% 25% 12% 56% 0.75% 0.75% 28%
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% 3.8% 0% 5% 14% 4.1% 0% 22% 0% 2.8% 2.3% 5%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +70%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +216.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +473.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +109.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +92%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +266.7%
Contains more FolateFolate +200%
~equal in Vitamin E ~0.19mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Eggnog
2
5% 4% 8% 83%
Protein: 4.55 g
Fats: 4.19 g
Carbs: 8.05 g
Water: 82.54 g
Other: 0.67 g
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +50.7%
Contains more WaterWater +617.7%
Contains more FatsFats +438.2%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +660.5%
Contains more OtherOther +155.2%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Eggnog
1
63% 32% 5%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.591 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.198 g
89% 7% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 20.099 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.81 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -87.1%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +23.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +309.1%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Eggnog Macaroon DV% diff.
Saturated fat 2.591g 20.099g 80%
Fats 4.19g 22.55g 28%
Copper 0.013mg 0.269mg 28%
Cholesterol 59mg 0mg 20%
Fiber 0g 5.1g 20%
Calories 88kcal 460kcal 19%
Vitamin B12 0.45µg 0µg 19%
Carbs 8.05g 61.22g 18%
Calcium 130mg 5mg 13%
Vitamin B2 0.19mg 0.06mg 10%
Vitamin B5 0.417mg 8%
Iron 0.2mg 0.82mg 8%
Choline 52.2mg 9.1mg 8%
Sodium 54mg 241mg 8%
Vitamin A 59µg 0µg 7%
Vitamin D 49IU 0IU 6%
Vitamin D 1.2µg 0µg 6%
Phosphorus 109mg 68mg 6%
Selenium 4.2µg 6.8µg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.05mg 0.096mg 4%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.198g 0.81g 4%
Protein 4.55g 3.02g 3%
Vitamin C 1.5mg 0mg 2%
Magnesium 19mg 29mg 2%
Zinc 0.46mg 0.73mg 2%
Monounsaturated fat 1.302g 1.61g 1%
Vitamin B1 0.034mg 0.02mg 1%
Vitamin B3 0.105mg 0.22mg 1%
Potassium 165mg 123mg 1%
Vitamin K 0.3µg 1.1µg 1%
Folate 1µg 3µg 1%
Net carbs 8.05g 56.12g N/A
Sugar 8.05g 45.16g N/A
Vitamin E 0.21mg 0.19mg 0%
Manganese 0.005mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.085mg 0%
Threonine 0.201mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.237mg 0%
Leucine 0.383mg 0%
Lysine 0.257mg 0%
Methionine 0.12mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.225mg 0%
Valine 0.289mg 0%
Histidine 0.108mg 0%
Fructose 0.04g 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Eggnog Macaroon
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
17%
Eggnog
5%
Macaroon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
Eggnog
27%
Macaroon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 59mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Eggnog
Eggnog is lower in Sugar (difference - 37.11g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Eggnog
Eggnog contains less Sodium (difference - 187mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Eggnog
Eggnog is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.508g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Eggnog
Eggnog is relatively richer in vitamins
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.

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. Eggnog - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171258/nutrients
  2. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/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.