Molasses vs. Maple sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Molasses and Maple sugar
- Molasses have more Magnesium, Vitamin B6, Copper, Iron, Potassium, Selenium, Vitamin B5, and Calcium, however, Maple sugar have more Manganese, and Zinc.
- Daily need coverage for Manganese from Maple sugar is 126% higher.
- Maple sugar has 223 times less Vitamin B6 than Molasses. Molasses have 0.67mg of Vitamin B6, while Maple sugar has 0.003mg.
Food types used in this article are Molasses and Sugars, maple.
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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 | +1173.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +127.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +434.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +193.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +391.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +933.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2125% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1989.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +189% |
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 | +355.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2225% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1575% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +22233.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +533.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +550% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
74.73 g
Water:
21.87 g
Other:
3.3 g
Protein:
0.1 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
90.9 g
Water:
8 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +173.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +312.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +100% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +21.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.018 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.036 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.064 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.1 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -50% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +100% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +100% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 290kcal | 354kcal |
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| Protein | 0g | 0.1g |
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| Fats | 0.1g | 0.2g |
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| Net carbs | 74.73g | 90.9g |
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| Carbs | 74.73g | 90.9g |
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| Magnesium | 242mg | 19mg |
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| Calcium | 205mg | 90mg |
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| Potassium | 1464mg | 274mg |
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| Iron | 4.72mg | 1.61mg |
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| Sugar | 74.72g | 84.87g |
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| Copper | 0.487mg | 0.099mg |
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| Zinc | 0.29mg | 6.06mg |
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| Phosphorus | 31mg | 3mg |
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| Sodium | 37mg | 11mg |
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| Manganese | 1.53mg | 4.422mg |
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| Selenium | 17.8µg | 0.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.009mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.002mg | 0.013mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.93mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.048mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.003mg |
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| Choline | 13.3mg | 2.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.018g | 0.036g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.032g | 0.064g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.1g |
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| Fructose | 12.79g |
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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
18%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
103%
91%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Molasses is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.018g)
Which food is cheaper?
Molasses is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Molasses is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Molasses is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Maple sugar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 63)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)