Fondant icing vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between fondant icing and brown sugar
- Fondant icing has less iron and calcium than brown sugar.
- The glycemic index of brown sugar is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Candies, fondant, prepared-from-recipe 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 ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -60.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2666.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3225% |
| Contains more IronIron | +7000% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1466.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +100% |
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 Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0.02 g
Carbs:
93.18 g
Water:
6.74 g
Other:
0.06 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +403% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +650% |
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Carbs
~98.09g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.71mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 83mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.003mg | 0.047mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 4mg | 133mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.064mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.041mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.132mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 93.18g | 98.09g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 0mg | 9mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.016mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1.2µg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 0mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 28mg | 1% |
| Calories | 373kcal | 380kcal | 0% |
| Protein | 0g | 0.12g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.02g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 93.18g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 88.9g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Folate | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Choline | 0mg | 2.3mg | 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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2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fondant icing is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fondant icing contains less Sodium (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fondant icing is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brown sugar is relatively richer in minerals
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 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.