Orange vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between oranges and brown sugar
- Oranges have more vitamin C, fiber, folate, and vitamin B1; however, brown sugar has more iron.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for oranges is 59% higher.
- Oranges are lower in sugar.
- Brown sugar has a higher glycemic index than oranges.
Food types used in this article are Oranges, raw, all commercial varieties 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 PotassiumPotassium | +36.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +250% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +107.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +610% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +156% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +140% |
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 | +156.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +89.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +46.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2900% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +265.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.94 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
11.75 g
Water:
86.75 g
Other:
0.44 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +683.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +6373.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +734.8% |
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 53.2mg | 0mg | 59% |
| Carbs | 11.75g | 98.09g | 29% |
| Calories | 47kcal | 380kcal | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.4g | 0g | 10% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 0.71mg | 8% |
| Folate | 30µg | 1µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.087mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 83mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.025mg | 0.064mg | 2% |
| Protein | 0.94g | 0.12g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.25mg | 0.132mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Selenium | 0.5µg | 1.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.041mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 133mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.282mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Choline | 8.4mg | 2.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.18mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 28mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 9.35g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 9.35g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.045mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.015g | 0g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.023g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.025g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.018mg | 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
21%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Orange is lower in Sugar (difference - 87.67g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Orange contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Orange is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Orange is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.015g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
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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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.