Porridge vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between porridge and sugar substitute
- Porridge has more iron; however, sugar substitute has more calcium.
- Sugar substitute's daily need coverage for calcium is 79% more.
- Porridge has 23 times more iron than sugar substitute. Porridge has 3.74mg of iron, while sugar substitute has 0.16mg.
- Porridge is lower in sodium.
- Porridge has a higher glycemic index than sugar substitute.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, regular (10 minute), cooked with water, without salt and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, 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 IronIron | +2237.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +471.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +225% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +87.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +910.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +143.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +15.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.44 g
Fats:
0.21 g
Carbs:
10.52 g
Water:
87.61 g
Other:
0.22 g
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +858.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +43.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +705.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1731.8% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 87mg | 879mg | 79% |
| Iron | 3.74mg | 0.16mg | 45% |
| Carbs | 10.52g | 84.77g | 25% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 572mg | 25% |
| Calories | 50kcal | 347kcal | 15% |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.007mg | 4% |
| Folate | 12µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.52mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.015mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.114g | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.13mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 15mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 16mg | 39mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.44g | 2.06g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.21g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 10.02g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 5mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.03g | 4.03g | N/A |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 0.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.071mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.013mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.033g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.028g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.045mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.063mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.078mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.033mg | 0% |
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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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36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.033g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Porridge is lower in Sugar (difference - 4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Porridge contains less Sodium (difference - 566mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Porridge is relatively richer in vitamins
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.