Refried beans vs. Molasses — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between refried beans and molasses?
- Refried beans are higher in fiber, yet molasses are higher in manganese, magnesium, vitamin B6, iron, copper, potassium, selenium, and calcium.
- Molasses' daily need coverage for manganese is 54% more.
- The amount of sodium in molasses is lower.
We used Refried beans, canned, traditional style (includes USDA commodity) and Molasses types 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.
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +196.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +591.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +606.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +358.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +227.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +277.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +429.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +206.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +85.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +3850% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +59.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +153.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +325.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +550.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.98 g
Fats:
2.01 g
Carbs:
13.55 g
Water:
77.75 g
Other:
1.71 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
74.73 g
Water:
21.87 g
Other:
3.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1910% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +255.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +451.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +93% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.631 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.601 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.543 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1778.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +986% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
7.43 g
Sucrose:
0.54 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
29.4 g
Glucose:
11.92 g
Fructose:
12.79 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +5344.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.289mg | 1.53mg | 54% |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 242mg | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.103mg | 0.67mg | 44% |
| Iron | 1.44mg | 4.72mg | 41% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.487mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 319mg | 1464mg | 34% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 22% | |
| Selenium | 5.8µg | 17.8µg | 22% |
| Carbs | 13.55g | 74.73g | 20% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 205mg | 18% |
| Fructose | 0g | 12.79g | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 0g | 15% |
| Sodium | 370mg | 37mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.189mg | 0.804mg | 12% |
| Protein | 4.98g | 0g | 10% |
| Calories | 90kcal | 290kcal | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 92mg | 31mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.079mg | 0.002mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.367mg | 0.93mg | 4% |
| Folate | 11µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Fats | 2.01g | 0.1g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.631g | 0.018g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.543g | 0.05g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.58mg | 0.29mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.076mg | 0.041mg | 3% |
| Starch | 7.43g | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.1µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Choline | 21.2mg | 13.3mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.601g | 0.032g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.85g | 74.73g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.54g | 74.72g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.016g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.231mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.438mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.377mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.297mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.169g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g | N/A |
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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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18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
103%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Refried beans is lower in Sugar (difference - 74.18g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Refried beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is cheaper?
Refried beans is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Refried beans is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Molasses contains less Sodium (difference - 333mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.613g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Molasses is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)