Smoothie vs. Light beer — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between smoothie and light beer
- Smoothie is higher than light beer in vitamin C, vitamin B12, and vitamin A.
- Smoothie covers your daily vitamin C needs 27% more than light beer.
- The amount of sugar in light beer is lower.
- The glycemic index of light beer is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Alcoholic beverage, beer, light, higher alcohol.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +925% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +14.3% |
Contains more IronIron | +400% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.2% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +108.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +141.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.22 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
8.16 g
Water:
90.28 g
Other:
0.34 g
Protein:
0.25 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0.77 g
Water:
92.88 g
Other:
6.1 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +388% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +959.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +1694.1% |
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Fats
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Water
~92.88g
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin C | 24.5mg | 0mg | 27% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.24µg | 0.02µg | 9% |
Calcium | 41mg | 4mg | 4% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.082mg | 0.034mg | 4% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.816mg | 0.391mg | 3% |
Choline | 8.8mg | 2% | |
Folate | 6µg | 2% | |
Carbs | 8.16g | 0.77g | 2% |
Iron | 0.15mg | 0.03mg | 2% |
Protein | 1.22g | 0.25g | 2% |
Phosphorus | 12mg | 2% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 1% | |
Magnesium | 5mg | 1% | |
Copper | 0.006mg | 1% | |
Sodium | 29mg | 4mg | 1% |
Selenium | 0.4µg | 1% | |
Calories | 37kcal | 46kcal | 0% |
Net carbs | 8.16g | 0.77g | N/A |
Potassium | 24mg | 21mg | 0% |
Sugar | 7.35g | 0.09g | N/A |
Zinc | 0.01mg | 0% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?


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Low Calories diet |
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Low Fats diet | Equal | |
Low Carbs 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
11%

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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Light beer is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.26g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Light beer contains less Sodium (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Light beer is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Light beer 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 contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat (0 g)
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.