Honey vs. Fondant icing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between honey and fondant icing
- Honey is higher than fondant icing in iron.
- Honey contains 13 times more potassium than fondant icing. While honey contains 52mg of potassium, fondant icing contains only 4mg.
- The amount of sugar in honey is lower.
- The glycemic index of fondant icing is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Honey and Candies, fondant, prepared-from-recipe.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1200% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1100% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +450% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +33.3% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +137.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.3 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
82.4 g
Water:
17.1 g
Other:
0.2 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0.02 g
Carbs:
93.18 g
Water:
6.74 g
Other:
0.06 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +153.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +233.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.1% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fructose | 40.94g | 51% | |
| Iron | 0.42mg | 0.01mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 82.4g | 93.18g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.036mg | 0.003mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.08mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Calories | 304kcal | 373kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.038mg | 0.016mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.024mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.121mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 52mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Folate | 2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 4mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.068mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.02g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 82.2g | 93.18g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 3mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 82.12g | 88.9g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 0.6µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.005mg | 0% |
| Choline | 2.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.004mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.004mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.01mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.001mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.001mg | 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
2%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Honey is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.78g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Honey contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Honey is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Honey is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fondant icing is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
Fondant icing is cheaper (difference - $3)
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)