Pumpkin vs. Caramel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pumpkin and caramel?
- Pumpkin is richer in vitamin A, copper, vitamin C, and iron, yet caramel is richer in vitamin B12, calcium, vitamin B2, and phosphorus.
- Pumpkin's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 169% higher.
- Pumpkin has 23 times more vitamin C than caramel. Pumpkin has 9mg of vitamin C, while caramel has 0.4mg.
- Pumpkin contains less saturated fat.
- Pumpkin has a lower glycemic index than caramel.
We used Pumpkin, raw and Candies, caramels types in this comparison.
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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 | +58.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +471.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +605.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1036.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +41.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +557.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +159.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +500% |
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 | +2150% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +3450% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +130.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +305.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +106% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +132.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +108.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +63.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +977.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +360% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8000% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1084.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +125% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11761.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +69460% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 426µg | 12µg | 46% |
| Carbs | 6.5g | 77g | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.005g | 3.478g | 23% |
| Calories | 26kcal | 382kcal | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.3µg | 13% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 8.1g | 12% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 138mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.127mg | 0.018mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.052g | 2.476g | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.256mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 245mg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 0.4mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 44mg | 114mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.14mg | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 4.6g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.298mg | 0.62mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.125mg | 0.011mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.013g | 1.542g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.103mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 1.06mg | 0.46mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 340mg | 214mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 0.148mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 1.8µg | 3% |
| Folate | 16µg | 4µg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 0g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 17mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1.8µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.32mg | 0.44mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 6g | 77g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.76g | 65.5g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.061mg | 0.056mg | 0% |
| Choline | 8.2mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0.06mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.029mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.031mg | 0.258mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.046mg | 0.417mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.054mg | 0.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.011mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.032mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.035mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.016mg | 0.115mg | 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
23%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pumpkin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pumpkin is lower in Sugar (difference - 62.74g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin contains less Sodium (difference - 244mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pumpkin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.424g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pumpkin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Pumpkin is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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