Marshmallow vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between marshmallow and brown sugar
- Marshmallow has more copper; however, brown sugar is richer in calcium and iron.
- Brown sugar has 2 times less copper than marshmallow. Marshmallow has 0.097mg of copper, while brown sugar has 0.047mg.
- Marshmallow contains less sugar.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Candies, marshmallows and Sugars, brown.
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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 CopperCopper | +106.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +41.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +350% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2666.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2560% |
| Contains more IronIron | +208.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +41% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2540% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1266.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +2200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.8 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
81.3 g
Water:
16.4 g
Other:
0.3 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1400% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1123.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 3mg | 83mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 81.3g | 98.09g | 6% |
| Iron | 0.23mg | 0.71mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.047mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 5mg | 133mg | 4% |
| Calories | 318kcal | 380kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.003mg | 0.041mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.005mg | 0.132mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.8g | 0.12g | 3% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 9mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.064mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 1.2µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 8mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 81.2g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 57.56g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0g | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.001mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.001mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.078mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Folate | 1µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Choline | 0.1mg | 2.3mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.08g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g | 0g | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.035mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.017mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Marshmallow is lower in Sugar (difference - 39.46g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marshmallow is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 52mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.056g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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