Fruit preserves vs. Caramel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between fruit preserves and caramel
- Fruit preserves have more vitamin C and copper, while caramel has more vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B5, calcium, and vitamin B1.
- Caramel's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 14% higher.
- Caramel contains 22 times less vitamin C than fruit preserves. Fruit preserves contain 8.8mg of vitamin C, while caramel contains 0.4mg.
- The amount of sodium in fruit preserves is lower.
- Fruit preserves have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of fruit preserves is 51, while the glycemic index of caramel is 65.
The food types used in this comparison are Jams and preserves and Candies, caramels.
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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 | +250% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +455.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +263.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +325% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +590% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +177.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +633.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +500% |
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 | +2100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +175% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +27.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +283.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +543.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +236.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +311.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +3000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.37 g
Fats:
0.07 g
Carbs:
68.86 g
Water:
30.47 g
Other:
0.23 g
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +258.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1143.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11471.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +682.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.01 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.038 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.478 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3957.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 3.478g | 23% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.076mg | 0.256mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 19mg | 114mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.3µg | 13% |
| Fats | 0.07g | 8.1g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.02mg | 0.62mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 138mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01g | 2.476g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.018mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 8.8mg | 0.4mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 32mg | 245mg | 9% |
| Protein | 0.37g | 4.6g | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.103mg | 7% |
| Calories | 278kcal | 382kcal | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.038g | 1.542g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 0g | 4% |
| Iron | 0.49mg | 0.14mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 77mg | 214mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.06mg | 0.44mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 4mg | 17mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 68.86g | 77g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02mg | 0.056mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.8µg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Folate | 11µg | 4µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 0.46mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.036mg | 0.148mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.011mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 67.76g | 77g | N/A |
| Sugar | 48.5g | 65.5g | N/A |
| Selenium | 2µg | 1.8µg | 0% |
| Choline | 10.2mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.008mg | 0.06mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.023mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.017mg | 0.258mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.037mg | 0.417mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.03mg | 0.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.001mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.021mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.021mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.014mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
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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
6%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fruit preserves is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fruit preserves is lower in Sugar (difference - 17g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fruit preserves contains less Sodium (difference - 213mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fruit preserves is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.466g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fruit preserves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Fruit preserves is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.