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Pectin vs. Macaroon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are pectin and macaroon different?

  • Pectin is higher in iron, copper, and fiber; however, macaroon is richer in selenium, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B6, and monounsaturated fat.
  • Daily need coverage for saturated fat for macaroon is 100% higher.
  • Pectin contains 3 times more iron than macaroon. While pectin contains 2.71mg of iron, macaroon contains only 0.82mg.
  • Pectin has less saturated fat.

Pectin, unsweetened, dry mix and Cookies, coconut macaroon are the varieties used in this article.

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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.
Pectin
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0.71% 2.1% 0.62% 102% 140% 13% 0.86% 26% 9.1% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 1.5% 11% 31% 90% 20% 29% 31% 0% 37%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +40%
Contains more IronIron +230.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +56.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -17%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +2800%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1657.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +55.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +3300%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%

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.
Pectin
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 2% 14% 0.09% 6.6% 2.3% 0% 0% 0.75% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 3.8% 0% 5% 14% 4.1% 0% 22% 0% 2.8% 2.3% 5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +150%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +4300%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +860%
Contains more FolateFolate +200%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B2 ~0.06mg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Pectin
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90% 9%
Protein: 0.3 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 90.4 g
Water: 8.7 g
Other: 0.3 g
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +47.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +906.7%
Contains more FatsFats +7416.7%
Contains more WaterWater +32.2%
Contains more OtherOther +470%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Pectin
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33% 7% 60%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.05 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.01 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.09 g
89% 7% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 20.099 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.81 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +16000%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +800%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Pectin Macaroon
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Pectin Macaroon DV% diff.
Saturated fat 0.05g 20.099g 91%
Fats 0.3g 22.55g 34%
Iron 2.71mg 0.82mg 24%
Copper 0.42mg 0.269mg 17%
Fiber 8.6g 5.1g 14%
Selenium 0µg 6.8µg 12%
Carbs 90.4g 61.22g 10%
Phosphorus 2mg 68mg 9%
Calories 325kcal 460kcal 7%
Magnesium 1mg 29mg 7%
Vitamin B6 0.01mg 0.096mg 7%
Protein 0.3g 3.02g 5%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.09g 0.81g 5%
Monounsaturated fat 0.01g 1.61g 4%
Manganese 0.07mg 3%
Potassium 7mg 123mg 3%
Zinc 0.47mg 0.73mg 2%
Vitamin B5 0.11mg 2%
Choline 9.1mg 2%
Sodium 200mg 241mg 2%
Vitamin E 0.19mg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.008mg 0.02mg 1%
Vitamin B3 0.005mg 0.22mg 1%
Vitamin K 1.1µg 1%
Folate 1µg 3µg 1%
Net carbs 81.8g 56.12g N/A
Calcium 7mg 5mg 0%
Sugar 45.16g N/A
Vitamin B2 0.06mg 0.06mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Pectin Macaroon
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
2%
Pectin
5%
Macaroon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
Pectin
27%
Macaroon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pectin
Pectin is lower in Sugar (difference - 45.16g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pectin
Pectin contains less Sodium (difference - 41mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pectin
Pectin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 20.049g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pectin
Pectin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Macaroon
Macaroon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Pectin - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168821/nutrients
  2. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.