Ham vs. Maple syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between ham and maple syrup?
- Ham is higher in vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B12, and vitamin B3, yet maple syrup is higher in manganese and vitamin B2.
- Maple syrup's daily need coverage for manganese is 124% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in maple syrup is lower.
- The glycemic index of ham is lower.
We used Pork, cured, ham, boneless, extra lean (approximately 5% fat), roasted and Syrups, maple types in this article.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +35.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1245.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +338.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +95.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +9700% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3150% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1175% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5285.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1042.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4866.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1019.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +19900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +5218.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +528.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.93 g
Fats:
5.53 g
Carbs:
1.5 g
Water:
67.67 g
Other:
4.37 g
Protein:
0.04 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
67.04 g
Water:
32.39 g
Other:
0.47 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52225% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9116.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +108.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +829.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +4369.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.81 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.62 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.54 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.007 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.017 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +23718.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3076.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.6% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.054mg | 2.908mg | 124% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.202mg | 1.27mg | 82% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.754mg | 0.066mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 1203mg | 12mg | 52% |
| Protein | 20.93g | 0.04g | 42% |
| Selenium | 19.5µg | 0.6µg | 34% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.002mg | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 196mg | 2mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.65µg | 0µg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.023mg | 0.081mg | 25% |
| Carbs | 1.5g | 67.04g | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 0mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 0.11mg | 17% |
| Choline | 85.1mg | 1.6mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 2.88mg | 1.47mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 102mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.81g | 0.007g | 8% |
| Fats | 5.53g | 0.06g | 8% |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.018mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.62g | 0.011g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.036mg | 7% |
| Calories | 145kcal | 260kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 32IU | 0IU | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.54g | 0.017g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 287mg | 212mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.52g | 1% | |
| Folate | 3µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.5g | 67.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 60.46g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.251mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.931mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.918mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.661mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.775mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.553mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.904mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.75mg | 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
44%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Maple syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 1191mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Maple syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.803g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ham is lower in Sugar (difference - 60.46g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ham is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Ham is cheaper (difference - $3.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ham is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ham is relatively richer in vitamins