Hoisin sauce vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are hoisin sauce and brown sugar different?
- Hoisin sauce is higher in vitamin B2, fiber, copper, manganese, vitamin B3, and folate; however, brown sugar is richer in calcium.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for hoisin sauce is 69% higher.
- Brown sugar has less sodium.
Sauce, hoisin, ready-to-serve and Sugars, brown are the varieties used 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +166.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +42.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +172.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +966.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +850% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +296.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +159.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.3% |
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 | +963.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +51.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +247.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +94.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.31 g
Fats:
3.39 g
Carbs:
44.08 g
Water:
44.23 g
Other:
4.99 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2658.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3200.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1008.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +122.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 1615mg | 28mg | 69% |
| Carbs | 44.08g | 98.09g | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 0g | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.698g | 0g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.128mg | 0.047mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.254mg | 0.064mg | 8% |
| Calories | 220kcal | 380kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.17mg | 0.11mg | 7% |
| Protein | 3.31g | 0.12g | 6% |
| Folate | 23µg | 1µg | 6% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 83mg | 5% |
| Fats | 3.39g | 0g | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 38mg | 4mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.01mg | 0.71mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 9mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.32mg | 0.03mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.568g | 0g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.963g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.062mg | 0.041mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8mg | 2.3mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.068mg | 0.132mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 1.2µg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 41.28g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Potassium | 119mg | 133mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 27.26g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.004mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.5µg | 0µg | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hoisin sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 69.76g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hoisin sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 71)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hoisin sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hoisin sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brown sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 1587mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.568g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)