Herbal tea vs. Dates — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between herbal tea and dates?
- Herbal tea is richer in manganese, while dates are higher in fiber, copper, potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamin B3.
- Dates' daily need coverage for fiber is 32% higher.
- Dates have 2 times less manganese than herbal tea. Herbal tea has 0.477mg of manganese, while dates have 0.262mg.
- Dates have a higher glycemic index (42) than herbal tea (0).
We used Beverages, tea, hibiscus, brewed and Dates, deglet noor 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.
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +82.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1333.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +387.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3180% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1175% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +625% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +6100% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3085% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1800% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1475% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
99.58 g
Other:
0.42 g
Protein:
2.45 g
Fats:
0.39 g
Carbs:
75.03 g
Water:
20.53 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +385% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +281% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 0g | 8g | 32% |
| Carbs | 0g | 75.03g | 25% |
| Fructose | 0g | 19.56g | 24% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.206mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 20mg | 656mg | 19% |
| Calories | 0kcal | 282kcal | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.165mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.08mg | 1.02mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.589mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 43mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.477mg | 0.262mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 62mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.04mg | 1.274mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.066mg | 5% |
| Protein | 0g | 2.45g | 5% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 3µg | 5% |
| Folate | 1µg | 19µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.052mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 39mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.29mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.7µg | 2% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.39g | 1% |
| Choline | 0.4mg | 6.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 67.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 63.35g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0.032g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.036g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.019g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.043mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.032mg | 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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12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Herbal tea is lower in Sugar (difference - 63.35g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Herbal tea is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.032g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Herbal tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Herbal tea is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dates contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Dates is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dates is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)