Molasses vs. Potato bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between molasses and potato bread
- Molasses have more manganese, magnesium, copper, vitamin B6, iron, potassium, and selenium; however, potato bread is higher in phosphorus, folate, and fiber.
- Molasses cover your daily manganese needs 56% more than potato bread.
- Potato bread contains 9 times less magnesium than molasses. Molasses contain 242mg of magnesium, while potato bread contains 28mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Molasses and Bread, potato.
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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 | +764.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +103.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +109.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +418.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +504.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +87.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +396.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1090.3% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +188.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +358.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +5200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +34.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +38.3% |
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:
12.5 g
Fats:
3.13 g
Carbs:
47.07 g
Water:
33.55 g
Other:
3.75 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +58.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3030% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +53.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
| Manganese | 1.53mg | 0.253mg | 56% |
| Magnesium | 242mg | 28mg | 51% |
| Phosphorus | 31mg | 369mg | 48% |
| Copper | 0.487mg | 0.094mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.232mg | 34% |
| Folate | 0µg | 126µg | 32% |
| Iron | 4.72mg | 2.25mg | 31% |
| Protein | 0g | 12.5g | 25% |
| Fiber | 0g | 6.3g | 25% |
| Potassium | 1464mg | 718mg | 22% |
| Fructose | 12.79g | 16% | |
| Selenium | 17.8µg | 9.5µg | 15% |
| Sodium | 37mg | 375mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.188mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.29mg | 1.44mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 74.73g | 47.07g | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.002mg | 0.106mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 6.8µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.15µg | 6% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 3.13g | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.47mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 24µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.93mg | 1.25mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 205mg | 188mg | 2% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 266kcal | 1% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 18.4mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 74.73g | 40.77g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 74.72g | 9.38g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.817mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.018g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.032g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.224mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.44mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.311mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.112mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.143mg | 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
18%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
103%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato bread is lower in Sugar (difference - 65.34g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.018g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato bread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 61)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato bread is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Molasses contains less Sodium (difference - 338mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Molasses is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)