Lemon vs. Sweet and sour — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between lemons and sweet and sour
- Lemons are richer in vitamin C and fiber, while sweet, and sour is higher in manganese.
- Lemons cover your daily vitamin C needs 49% more than sweet and sour.
- Lemons have 28 times more fiber than sweet and sour. Lemons have 2.8g of fiber, while sweet, and sour has 0.1g.
- Lemons are lower in sugar.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Lemons, raw, without peel and Sauce, sweet and sour, ready-to-serve.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +160% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +39.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +185.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +128.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +113.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2436.7% |
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 | +509.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +104.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +50.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +37.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +112.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +87% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.1 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
9.32 g
Water:
88.98 g
Other:
0.3 g
Protein:
0.27 g
Fats:
0.02 g
Carbs:
38.22 g
Water:
60.27 g
Other:
1.22 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +307.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1400% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +47.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +310.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +306.7% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 53mg | 8.7mg | 49% |
| Manganese | 0.03mg | 0.761mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 371mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 0.1g | 11% |
| Carbs | 9.32g | 38.22g | 10% |
| Calories | 29kcal | 150kcal | 6% |
| Copper | 0.037mg | 0.079mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0.21mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.053mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.19mg | 0.093mg | 2% |
| Protein | 1.1g | 0.27g | 2% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.089g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.04mg | 0.048mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 138mg | 99mg | 1% |
| Folate | 11µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 16mg | 7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1mg | 0.187mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.02g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 6.52g | 38.12g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.5g | 18.75g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.06mg | 0.09mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.4µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 0.019mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 0.2µg | 0% |
| Choline | 5.1mg | 2.4mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.039g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 0g | 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
18%
6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sweet and sour is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.039g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sweet and sour is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Sweet and sour is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lemon is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.25g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lemon contains less Sodium (difference - 369mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lemon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.