Mexican tea vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Mexican tea and sugar substitute
- Mexican tea has more manganese, magnesium, vitamin B2, iron, copper, potassium, fiber, and phosphorus; however, sugar substitute is higher in calcium.
- Mexican tea covers your daily need for manganese, 134% more than sugar substitute.
- Mexican tea has 27 times more copper than sugar substitute. While Mexican tea has 0.19mg of copper, sugar substitute has only 0.007mg.
- Mexican tea has less sodium.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Epazote, raw and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +1916.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1523.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1075% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2614.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2650% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +975% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13981.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +219.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +86.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2220% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +123.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +913.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.33 g
Fats:
0.52 g
Carbs:
7.44 g
Water:
89.21 g
Other:
2.5 g
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +876% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +524.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1039.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +61.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 3.098mg | 0.022mg | 134% |
| Calcium | 275mg | 879mg | 60% |
| Folate | 215µg | 54% | |
| Magnesium | 121mg | 6mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.348mg | 0.015mg | 26% |
| Carbs | 7.44g | 84.77g | 26% |
| Sodium | 43mg | 572mg | 23% |
| Iron | 1.88mg | 0.16mg | 22% |
| Copper | 0.19mg | 0.007mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 633mg | 39mg | 17% |
| Calories | 32kcal | 347kcal | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 0.6g | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 86mg | 8mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.152mg | 0.015mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.04mg | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 3.6mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.639mg | 4% | |
| Protein | 0.33g | 2.06g | 3% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.179mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.52g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.64g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.03g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 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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1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mexican tea is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mexican tea contains less Sodium (difference - 529mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mexican tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mexican tea is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mexican tea is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat ( g)