Ginger ale vs. Whey — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between ginger ale and whey
- The amount of vitamin B2, vitamin B12, vitamin B5, and phosphorus in whey is higher than in ginger ale.
- Whey covers your daily vitamin B2 needs 12% more than ginger ale.
- Whey has 2 times less sugar than ginger ale. Ginger ale has 8.9g of sugar, while whey has 5.14g.
- Ginger ale has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of ginger ale is 63, while the glycemic index of whey is 43.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Beverages, carbonated, ginger ale and Whey, sweet, fluid.
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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 IronIron | +200% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +350% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1200% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1466.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +16000% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +160% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1800% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
8.76 g
Water:
91.23 g
Other:
0.01 g
Protein:
0.85 g
Fats:
0.36 g
Carbs:
5.14 g
Water:
93.12 g
Other:
0.53 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +70.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +5200% |
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Water
~93.12g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.158mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.28µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.383mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 0mg | 46mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 1mg | 161mg | 5% |
| Fructose | 3.7g | 5% | |
| Calcium | 3mg | 47mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 1.9µg | 3% |
| Choline | 0mg | 16mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.036mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.031mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.18mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.004mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 54mg | 2% |
| Protein | 0g | 0.85g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.23g | 1% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.36g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.013mg | 0.001mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.05mg | 0.13mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 8.76g | 5.14g | 1% |
| Calories | 34kcal | 27kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 8.76g | 5.14g | N/A |
| Sugar | 8.9g | 5.14g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 0.074mg | 0% |
| Folate | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.011g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.013mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.078mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.068mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.046mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.016mg | 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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9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Whey is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.76g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Whey is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Whey is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Whey is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ginger ale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ginger ale contains less Sodium (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ginger ale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.23g)
Which food is cheaper?
Ginger ale is cheaper (difference - $3)