Mandarin orange vs. Honey — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mandarin oranges and honey
- Mandarin oranges are richer than honey in vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for mandarin oranges is 29% higher.
- Mandarin oranges contain less sugar.
- Mandarin oranges have a lower glycemic index than honey.
Food types used in this article are Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), raw and Honey.
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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 | +500% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +516.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +219.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +16.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +400% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more IronIron | +180% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +214.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +105.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +700% |
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 | +5240% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +210.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +217.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +225% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +700% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +363.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.81 g
Fats:
0.31 g
Carbs:
13.34 g
Water:
85.17 g
Other:
0.37 g
Protein:
0.3 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
82.4 g
Water:
17.1 g
Other:
0.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +170% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +398.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +85% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +517.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
6.05 g
Glucose:
2.13 g
Fructose:
2.4 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.89 g
Glucose:
35.75 g
Fructose:
40.94 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.44 g
Galactose:
3.1 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +579.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1578.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1605.8% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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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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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fructose | 2.4g | 40.94g | 48% |
| Vitamin C | 26.7mg | 0.5mg | 29% |
| Carbs | 13.34g | 82.4g | 23% |
| Calories | 53kcal | 304kcal | 13% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0.2g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.058mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 34µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Folate | 16µg | 2µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.078mg | 0.024mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 6mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 166mg | 52mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.15mg | 0.42mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.216mg | 0.068mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.376mg | 0.121mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 2mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 4mg | 2% |
| Choline | 10.2mg | 2.2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 0.8µg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.81g | 0.3g | 1% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.036mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.31g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 11.54g | 82.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.58g | 82.12g | N/A |
| Sodium | 2mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.036mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.039g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.06g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.065g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.002mg | 0.004mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.016mg | 0.004mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.017mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.028mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.032mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0.001mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.021mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 0.001mg | 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
14%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mandarin orange is lower in Sugar (difference - 71.54g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mandarin orange contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mandarin orange is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
Mandarin orange is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mandarin orange is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Honey is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.039g)
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.