Maple sugar vs. Biscuit — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between maple sugar and biscuits?
- Maple sugar is richer in manganese and zinc, yet biscuits are richer in selenium, vitamin B1, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, and iron.
- Maple sugar's daily need coverage for manganese is 176% higher.
- Maple sugar has 11 times more zinc than biscuits. Maple sugar has 6.06mg of zinc, while biscuits have 0.54mg.
- Maple sugar contains less sodium.
- Biscuits have a lower glycemic index than maple sugar.
We used Sugars, maple and Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe types in this comparison.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +126.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +20.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1022.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1069.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +161.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +80.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5366.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2337.5% |
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 CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3855.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2284.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +7272.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +493.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1066.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.1 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
90.9 g
Water:
8 g
Other:
0.8 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +103.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +6900% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8050% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +261.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +300% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.036 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.064 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.1 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +10728.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4063% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 4.422mg | 0.378mg | 176% |
| Zinc | 6.06mg | 0.54mg | 50% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 19.5µg | 34% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.009mg | 0.356mg | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.1g | 4.163g | 27% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 580mg | 25% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 16.3g | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.013mg | 0.31mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 3mg | 164mg | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 0.036g | 4.324g | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.04mg | 2.949mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.064g | 6.93g | 17% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 2.9mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 90.9g | 44.6g | 15% |
| Folate | 0µg | 61µg | 15% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 235mg | 15% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 7g | 14% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.5g | 6% |
| Potassium | 274mg | 121mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.048mg | 0.285mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.08µg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.099mg | 0.082mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.003mg | 0.035mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Calories | 354kcal | 353kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 90.9g | 43.1g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 84.87g | 2.18g | N/A |
| Choline | 2.1mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 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
1%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
91%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Maple sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 569mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Maple sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.288g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 82.69g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Biscuit is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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