Malt vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between malt and sugar substitute?
- Malt is higher in vitamin B2, phosphorus, and vitamin B5; however, sugar substitute is richer in calcium.
- Sugar substitute's daily need coverage for calcium is 78% more.
- Sugar substitute contains 12 times less vitamin B2 than malt. Malt contains 0.184mg of vitamin B2, while sugar substitute contains 0.015mg.
- Sugar substitute has less sugar.
- Sugar substitute has a lower glycemic index (40) than malt (59).
We used Beverages, Malted drink mix, chocolate, powder, prepared with whole milk and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown types 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 | +150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +341% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +428.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +925% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1037.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +263.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +796.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +260% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1126.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +342.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +206.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.37 g
Fats:
3.29 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
81.34 g
Other:
0.8 g
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +63.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +789.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +656.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +403.8% |
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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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 98mg | 879mg | 78% |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 84.77g | 25% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 572mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.42µg | 18% | |
| Calories | 85kcal | 347kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.184mg | 0.015mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 91mg | 8mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 5.4µg | 10% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.883g | 9% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.354mg | 0.08mg | 5% |
| Fats | 3.29g | 0g | 5% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 39mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.037mg | 0.007mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.41mg | 0.04mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin A | 26µg | 3% | |
| Manganese | 0.08mg | 0.022mg | 3% |
| Protein | 3.37g | 2.06g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.054mg | 0.015mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.259mg | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.827g | 2% | |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 0.015mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 6mg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 3mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.21mg | 0.16mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.208g | 1% | |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% | |
| Net carbs | 10.7g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.68g | 4.03g | N/A |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 0.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.074mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.143mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.165mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.142mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.074mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.193mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.077mg | 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
13%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.65g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.883g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Malt contains less Sodium (difference - 512mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Malt is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Malt is relatively richer in vitamins