Salsa vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between salsa and sugar substitute?
- Salsa is higher in iron, vitamin B6, copper, and potassium; however, sugar substitute is richer in calcium.
- Sugar substitute's daily need coverage for calcium is 87% more.
- Sugar substitute contains 14 times less iron than salsa. Salsa contains 2.24mg of iron, while sugar substitute contains 0.16mg.
- Salsa has less sodium.
We used USDA Commodity, salsa and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +166.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +592.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1271.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +325% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +275% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +7225% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +893.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
7 g
Water:
89.7 g
Other:
1.6 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 | +881.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +37.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1111% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +151.9% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 12mg | 879mg | 87% |
| Iron | 2.24mg | 0.16mg | 26% |
| Carbs | 7g | 84.77g | 26% |
| Calories | 36kcal | 347kcal | 16% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.007mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg | 0.015mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 270mg | 39mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 430mg | 572mg | 6% |
| Folate | 19µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.015mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 0.6g | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.08mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.03mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 1% | |
| Protein | 1.5g | 2.06g | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.107g | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 5.6g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.03g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.029g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
9%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
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 - 0.029g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salsa is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Salsa contains less Sodium (difference - 142mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Salsa is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Salsa is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)