Mustard vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mustard and brown sugar
- The amount of selenium, fiber, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B1, iron, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B2 in mustard is higher than in brown sugar.
- Mustard covers your daily selenium needs 59% more than brown sugar.
- Brown sugar contains less sodium.
- Brown sugar has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of brown sugar is 71, while the glycemic index of mustard is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Mustard, prepared, yellow 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +433.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +14.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +126.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +57.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2033.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2600% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +559.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2691.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +31.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.5% |
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 Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +413.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +92.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +70.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +600% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +873.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.74 g
Fats:
3.34 g
Carbs:
5.83 g
Water:
83.72 g
Other:
3.37 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3016.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +6147.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +648.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1582.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0.64 g
Sucrose:
0.21 g
Glucose:
0.47 g
Fructose:
0.23 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
94.56 g
Glucose:
1.35 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +44928.6% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +187.2% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +382.6% |
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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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 33.5µg | 1.2µg | 59% |
| Sodium | 1104mg | 28mg | 47% |
| Carbs | 5.83g | 98.09g | 31% |
| Fiber | 4g | 0g | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.422mg | 0.064mg | 16% |
| Calories | 60kcal | 380kcal | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.177mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 108mg | 4mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 0.71mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 48mg | 9mg | 9% |
| Protein | 3.74g | 0.12g | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.64mg | 0.03mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.182g | 0g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.774g | 0g | 5% |
| Fats | 3.34g | 0g | 5% |
| Choline | 22.4mg | 2.3mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.565mg | 0.11mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.074mg | 0.047mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.36mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 83mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 0.132mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.041mg | 2% |
| Folate | 7µg | 1µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.23g | 1.11g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 133mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.214g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.83g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.92g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.64g | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.167mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.146mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.292mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.264mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.161mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.189mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.119mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.373g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.358g | N/A |
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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11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mustard is lower in Sugar (difference - 96.1g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mustard is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mustard is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mustard is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 1076mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.214g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $2.1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)